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Executive Sous Chef - Toscana Kitchen /

AC Hotel Lansing

3160 E. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912

Hotel with 156 Rooms
Managed By Concord Hospitality Enterprises
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Full-Time

Description

We’re Hiring: Executive Sous Chef

Pay Range: $54,235.30 to $67,794.13

An exciting opportunity has just opened up on our culinary leadership team due to an internal promotion! This is your chance to step into a high-impact role with a company that believes in developing talent, promoting from within, and investing in its people.

Are you a passionate culinary leader ready to elevate your career? Join our dynamic, high-performing kitchen team where creativity, excellence, and leadership are at the heart of everything we do.

We’re seeking an Executive Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and leads with confidence, purpose, and innovation. If you’re passionate about mentoring teams, delivering exceptional dining experiences, and growing with a company that values dedication and advancement—this opportunity is for you.

What You'll Do:

Lead & Inspire:

Support the Executive Chef in overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, while stepping in as second-in-command and leading the team with confidence and clarity.

Train & Develop:

Coach kitchen associates at all levels—from new hires to seasoned line cooks—in techniques, presentation, and kitchen best practices. Help build a pipeline of future culinary leaders.

Drive Culinary Excellence:

Ensure every dish is crafted with precision and care, following recipes and maintaining the highest quality standards in both preparation and presentation.

Operational Mastery:

Manage scheduling, inventory, and vendor relationships. Keep accurate kitchen records and assist with food cost control, portioning, and menu planning.

Uphold Standards:

Champion food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation throughout all kitchen areas in compliance with health and safety regulations.

Problem Solve & Innovate:

Be a go-to leader who anticipates and resolves kitchen issues efficiently. Bring creative ideas to elevate guest experiences and improve kitchen workflow.

Team Culture:

Promote open communication, recognition, and a positive kitchen culture that reflects Concord’s values of teamwork, respect, and inclusion.

Salary & Benefits:

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Full-Time Benefits Include:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

  • Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Tuition Assistance Program

  • Discounted Room Rates at Concord Hotels

  • Ongoing Training & Career Development

  • Work-Life Balance in a Supportive and Fun Culture

Why Join Concord Hospitality?

At Concord, our “Associate First” philosophy means we invest in our people—from interns to executives. We celebrate diversity, encourage innovation, and prioritize work-life balance. When you join Concord, you’re joining a company that’s built on:

Quality. Integrity. Community. Profitability. FUN.

We don't just talk about culture—we live it. Our associates say it best with our national cheer heard across North America:

“We Are Concord!”

Ready to lead in the kitchen and make your mark?

Apply now and take the next step in your culinary leadership journey.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Posted May 7, 2026

About AC Hotel Lansing

Welcome To Ac Hotel Lansing University Area

European Style in Lansing Michigan State University Area

Step into modern design with a European vibe at the brand new AC Hotel Lansing, ideally located near Michigan State University (MSU) campus and just minutes to downtown Lansing and Eastwood Towne Center. Located within the Red Cedar development which includes restaurants, retail space, public park space and a connection to the Lansing River Trail. A refined design with an emphasis on technology brings 55" flat-screen Smart HDTV’s to each room and complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout. Our daily breakfasts at AC Kitchen will kick-start your morning with freshly baked croissants, artisan cured meats and assorted quiches. Maintain your healthy lifestyle in the heated Indoor Pool and the Fitness Center. We offer a Spanish twist with our breakfast and serve up tapas and expert local knowledge at our AC Lounge, featuring handcrafted cocktails and craft brews. Grab a glass of wine at Toscana steakhouse and market. Host your next successful meeting for up to 200 in our 3,796 sq ft of event and meeting space.

About Concord Hospitality Enterprises

Careers and Hospitality Job Opportunities with Concord

Concord Hospitality Enterprises Company is an award-winning hotel management and development company. Through the combined efforts of over 4,200 hard working and focused associates, Concord offers a unique blend of entrepreneurship, seasoned experience, innovation and technical excellence. These elements create a company equipped to produce above-standard returns, market sustainability and a partnership well worth investing in.

Since Concord's inception in 1985, our success has been guided by our cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability and Fun. These cornerstones are the indispensible and fundamental basis of our daily actions. Our commitment to these cornerstones has led us to be recognized as the respected hospitality company that we are.

Concord is one of North America's largest hotel management and hotel development companies. Concord's passion for success has resulted in over twenty years of proven results as a hotel owner, manager, and developer of mid market and first class hotel properties. Concord's goal is to create value for its partners and associates by leveraging its operations, development, sales & marketing, technology, accounting, and management skills over its growing portfolio of first-class business hotels.

Concord has experienced sustained growth of a remarkable 35% annually for three years in a row and with over half a billion in new hotel projects in the pipeline, that number is projected to increase noticeably. Additionally, Concord is expanding its portfolio through third party management contracts with leading brand partners such as Marriott, Hilton, Starwood, Choice and Intercontinental Hotels. These growth opportunities have presented themselves to Concord based on our strong relationships with investment partners.