Executive Sous Chef

Elgin, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

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

Saranello's is a charming and authentic Italian restaurant deeply inspired by the passion and vision of Chef-Partner Mychael Bonner. Rooted in Italy's rich culture and culinary traditions, Saranello's offers patrons a rustic trattoria experience where they can enjoy homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas as well as premium prime steaks and the freshest fish selections. Each dish is meticulously prepared to capture the essence of traditional Italian flavors in a warm and inviting atmosphere that reflects the heritage and passion behind every recipe. The restaurant combines the comfort of Italian cookery with a sophisticated dining environment, making it a beloved destination... Show More

Job Requirements

2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience
ability to lead and manage kitchen staff
flexibility to work various shifts including mornings, nights, weekends
capability to lift and move food and supplies up to 50 pounds
strong communication and interpersonal skills
willingness to travel to multiple sites if necessary

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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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