Bourbon Steak- Sous Chef

Nashville, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $48,300.00 - $65,200.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

supportive work environment

Job Description

Bourbon Steak is a distinguished luxury steakhouse renowned for delivering an exceptional dining experience that combines sophisticated culinary artistry with impeccable service. Located within the prestigious JW Marriott, the restaurant upholds a commitment to culinary excellence, exceptional guest service, and a refined, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its dedication to quality and creativity, Bourbon Steak consistently attains top-tier recognition, including accolades from Zagat, Gayot, Relais & Chateaux, Mobil 5 Star, AAA Five Diamond, Wine Spectator, and Michelin. This commitment to excellence has positioned Bourbon Steak as a leader in the fine dining industry, engaging both seasoned gastronomes and first-time patrons seeking... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Culinary degree or full apprenticeship completion preferred
Ability to speak, read, write and understand English
A minimum of two years experience in a culinary management role at a relevant luxury establishment
Possess a Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection from the local Department of Health
Professional demeanor appropriate for a luxury environment
Act with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Bourbon Steak and JW Marriott
Ability to move quickly in confined spaces
Ability to push or pull 100Lbs
Ability to lift 50Lbs
Think clearly in high stress and intense situations
Ability to multi task and give direction under pressure
Stand or walk for extended periods of time
Perform in environments of extreme heat and cold
Must be able to hear, talk, smell

Job Qualifications

A minimum of two years experience in a culinary management role at a relevant luxury establishment
High school diploma or equivalent
Culinary degree or full apprenticeship completion preferred
Ability to speak, read, write and understand English
Professional demeanor appropriate for a luxury environment
Act with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Bourbon Steak and JW Marriott
Understanding of philosophy of management and owner
Display consistent attention to detail and follow through of all restaurant policies
Represent the restaurant professionally through effective communication, cooperation and relationships with all business partners
Collaborate with team to create a culture and restaurant work environment based upon respect
Foster opportunities for team to learn, grow and develop their abilities
Understand completely all programs, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs
Offer positive solutions to problems or issues and be a voice that is part of the decision-making team
Possess a Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection from the local Department of Health that has jurisdiction over the employing property

Job Duties

Ensure that service standards are on par with accreditation sources including Zagat, Gayot, Relais & Chateaux, Mobil 5 star, AAA Five Diamond, Wine Spectator and Michelin star
Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times
Be responsible for the timely updating of the RecipeXchange website and all its content
Assist the Chef de Cuisine with the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation
Assist with providing leadership to create a culture and work environment based upon respect, providing opportunities for staff to learn, grow and develop their abilities through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment
Assume 100% responsibility for the quality of products served
Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
Document all recipes in a standard kitchen format and share with kitchen employees
Perform inventory and purchasing responsibilities on a daily basis
Work with the Executive Sous Chef and People + Culture Team in creating and sustaining an internship program that embraces diversity, education and discipline
Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to Bourbon Steak recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards
Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
Continually strive to develop your staff in all areas of managerial and professional development
Continually strive to develop your staff in all areas of food education
Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner
Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following Bourbon Steak’s preventative maintenance programs
Ensure that all products are received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures
Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis
Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and provide prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures
Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests
Know and comply consistently with kitchen rules, policies and procedures
Assist in creating a dynamic menu for Main Dining Room and Private Rooms that evolves and changes on a regular basis
Supervise the kitchen during prep and service period
Expedite service: canapé through mignardises
Schedule labor as required by business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when needed while maintaining labor cost objectives
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

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