Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $16.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
overtime pay
on-demand pay program
meal plan
Employee Discounts
401(k) program
Tuition Discount
Bereavement leave
Holiday pay
Paid sick leave
Job Description
SSA Group at Gathering Place is a reputable organization specializing in delivering exceptional hospitality services within cultural and entertainment venues. With over 50 years of experience, SSA Group has built a strong partnership with cultural attractions to create seamless and engaging hospitality experiences that allow partners to remain focused on their core missions. SSA's innovative approach integrates admissions, culinary, and retail services to craft memorable and smooth guest journeys. The company's philosophy, known as 452 Hospitality, emphasizes people, innovation, and operational intelligence to foster meaningful connections and deliver unparalleled moments that resonate with both guests and clients.
SSA Group is currently seeking a part-time, seasonal Jr Sous Chef to join its dynamic team. This role reports directly to the Sous Chef and plays a critical role in supporting the kitchen operations and culinary excellence of the location. The Jr Sous Chef contributes to upholding SSA's hallmark 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences to every guest and client encountered.
The position involves ensuring that the back of house (BOH) is properly prepped and staffed, managing kitchen duties to maintain quick and quality food service standards, overseeing food safety protocols including temperature monitoring and waste management, and ensuring staff adhere to hygiene and uniform standards. The Jr Sous Chef also supports safety training with knife handling and slicing techniques and delegates daily prep tasks to team members. By actively supporting operations and filling in as needed, this role ensures smooth service flow throughout the shifts. Additionally, the Jr Sous Chef monitors cleaning schedules, assists in assigning daily duties, and supports coaching and mentoring of associates. Responsiveness to guest and client feedback, personnel management including training, performance reviews, attendance reporting, and equipment maintenance are further key responsibilities.
Candidates will work closely with the Sous Chef, Food Service Operations Manager, and restaurant supervisors to uphold quality and operational standards while complying with all local, state, and federal regulations. The ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment is paramount. This role requires flexibility to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
SSA Group fosters an inclusive and supportive culture grounded in the IDEA+ Belonging initiative. This program promotes diversity, removes barriers to growth, encourages sustainability efforts, and engages teams in community involvement and giving back.
Applicants with 1-2 years of culinary experience will find this an excellent opportunity to grow in a leadership capacity within a renowned hospitality organization dedicated to innovation and memorable guest experiences. Compensation includes eligibility for overtime pay, access to an On-Demand Pay Program, meal plans and employee discounts, and a 401(k) program with a company match after eligibility requirements are met. Additional benefits include tuition discounts, bereavement leave, holiday pay at 1.5x for select holidays, and paid sick leave in accordance with local laws. SSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices.
SSA Group is currently seeking a part-time, seasonal Jr Sous Chef to join its dynamic team. This role reports directly to the Sous Chef and plays a critical role in supporting the kitchen operations and culinary excellence of the location. The Jr Sous Chef contributes to upholding SSA's hallmark 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences to every guest and client encountered.
The position involves ensuring that the back of house (BOH) is properly prepped and staffed, managing kitchen duties to maintain quick and quality food service standards, overseeing food safety protocols including temperature monitoring and waste management, and ensuring staff adhere to hygiene and uniform standards. The Jr Sous Chef also supports safety training with knife handling and slicing techniques and delegates daily prep tasks to team members. By actively supporting operations and filling in as needed, this role ensures smooth service flow throughout the shifts. Additionally, the Jr Sous Chef monitors cleaning schedules, assists in assigning daily duties, and supports coaching and mentoring of associates. Responsiveness to guest and client feedback, personnel management including training, performance reviews, attendance reporting, and equipment maintenance are further key responsibilities.
Candidates will work closely with the Sous Chef, Food Service Operations Manager, and restaurant supervisors to uphold quality and operational standards while complying with all local, state, and federal regulations. The ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment is paramount. This role requires flexibility to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
SSA Group fosters an inclusive and supportive culture grounded in the IDEA+ Belonging initiative. This program promotes diversity, removes barriers to growth, encourages sustainability efforts, and engages teams in community involvement and giving back.
Applicants with 1-2 years of culinary experience will find this an excellent opportunity to grow in a leadership capacity within a renowned hospitality organization dedicated to innovation and memorable guest experiences. Compensation includes eligibility for overtime pay, access to an On-Demand Pay Program, meal plans and employee discounts, and a 401(k) program with a company match after eligibility requirements are met. Additional benefits include tuition discounts, bereavement leave, holiday pay at 1.5x for select holidays, and paid sick leave in accordance with local laws. SSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices.
Job Requirements
- strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to articulate to our General Manager and personnel
- proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building and development while fostering partnerships with other branch managers
- exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills combined with the ability to be organized
- demonstrates multi-tasking, detail, analytical, planning and leadership skills
- demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- an ideal candidate is a team player personable professional upbeat and energetic takes initiative uses tact and diplomacy
- computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions
- physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (10-35lbs) as necessary to operation which entails lifting and perform all functions as set forth above
- ability to work varied hours/days including nights weekends and holidays as needed
Job Qualifications
- 1-2 years experience in culinary
- strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to articulate to General Manager and personnel
- proven leadership skills with understanding of team building and development
- exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills
- ability to be organized
- demonstrates multitasking, detail, analytical, planning and leadership skills
- ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- team player with personable, professional, upbeat and energetic attitude
- takes initiative and uses tact and diplomacy
- computer knowledge for basic office functions
Job Duties
- Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client
- ensure restaurant/location is adequately prepped and staffed (BOH) for daily operation
- oversight of location kitchen duties, ensuring quickservice, food service, safety and quality, availability, merchandising, and guest service standards are all met and exceeded
- oversight of safety logs, including food temperatures, rotation, and waste
- ensures proper uniform, hygiene, handwashing, and glove use with staff
- responsible for supporting SSAfety training with knife handling skills, ensuring all direct reports display proper use of knives and slicers
- creates daily prep and item lists, delegating to employees as necessary
- actively helps to support operations and fill holes as necessary to ensure smooth service
- maintains a checklist of routine or daily cleaning tasks and ongoing projects or menu planning
- assists the Sous Chef in assigning associates to duties, coaching through projects, daily task, and guest interaction
- actively and efficiently responds to guest and client feedback, with a report to the operations manager to ensure that any potential complaints are mitigated against further occurrence
- oversees personnel duties, including but not limited to training new employees and issuing performance reviews, actively managing and issuing progressive documentation to coach and counsel the employee on performance with oversight from the operations manager, reports employee attendance and any hour discrepancies to the payroll department, oversees break and rest break management for BOH employees
- inspects equipment and performs routine maintenance and cleaning as necessary
- assists the team to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner by helping complete daily tasks as necessary
- communicates with the Sous Chef and Food Service Operations Manager(s) regarding any issues seen with daily service or quality
- works directly with restaurant supervisor(s) to ensure respective locations are operating to standard
- remains knowledgeable of and supervises in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws
- perform other tasks as deemed necessary
- maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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