Sarenello's

Executive Sous Chef

Wheeling, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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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 an esteemed dining establishment inspired by Chef-Partner Mychael Bonner's passion for Italy's rich culture. Known for its authentic, homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, the restaurant also offers prime steaks and fresh fish, all served in a rustic trattoria setting that captures the warmth and tradition of Italian dining. As part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, a culinary-driven company operating more than 130 locations with a strong Culture of Caring, Saranello's combines exceptional cuisine with a commitment to nurturing diverse talents and unique perspectives in the hospitality industry. Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is dedicated to employee growth by providing... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience
  • Proven ability to manage kitchen operations and staff
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Capacity to lift and move heavy kitchen equipment
  • Willingness 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 participating 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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