Executive Sous Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00

Benefits

competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Bub City Chicago is a premier dining and entertainment destination located in the Chicagoland area, renowned for its authentic barbecue, extensive whiskey selection, and live country music performances. Part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a well-established restaurant group known for its culinary excellence and diverse venues, Bub City combines the rustic charm of traditional American barbecue with a lively music atmosphere, making it a beloved spot among locals and visitors alike. The restaurant boasts a collection of over 125 whiskeys sourced from both well-known and independent distilleries, giving guests a unique and rich experience in beverage pairing and appreciation.... Show More

Job Requirements

2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience
Ability to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, late nights and weekends
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Strong leadership and communication skills
Experience in inventory control and ordering
Knowledge of food safety standards
Teamwork and problem-solving skills
Flexibility to travel overnight if required

Job Qualifications

4+ years of Executive Sous Chef experience in a full-service restaurant
Ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff

Job Duties

Oversee all mid- and closing kitchen duties and contribute to inventory, ordering and controlling food and labor costs
Run BOH shifts and ensure effective and efficient BOH shifts and operations including food prep and cooking, ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies, and supervise the kitchen, dish and all other BOH teams
Lead BOH pre-shift meetings and participate in line, temp and cooler checks and food tastings for the shift
Partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
Perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
Purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
Ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
Model and promote teamwork across all teams
Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

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