Junior Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Monday-Friday schedule
Weekends off
11 paid holidays
full medical coverage
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
competitive pay
401k with employer match
On-the-job training
free meals and snacks during shift

Job Description

Flagship Culinary Services is a distinguished culinary service provider catering to some of the world's largest high-tech companies, delivering exceptional dining experiences to employees, clients, and visitors. The company prides itself on a team of highly skilled culinary professionals who prepare delicious, nutritious, and made-from-scratch meals with a strong emphasis on local, organic ingredients. This commitment to quality and sustainability makes Flagship Culinary Services a leader in corporate dining, blending innovation with the passion for good food.\n\nThe Junior Sous Chef role within Flagship Culinary Services is crucial in upholding the company's commitment to excellence in culinary operations. This position involves... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must have and maintain an active management level food handlers' certification (ServSafe)
  • Adhere to local food handler requirements
  • Consistently perform all duties responsibly and efficiently
  • Ability to handle kitchen equipment and tools safely
  • Ability to lift and carry items up to 40 lbs and work in fast-paced kitchen environments
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to maintain a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines
  • Ability to move throughout the kitchen and cafe
  • Ability to handle exposure to allergens and chemicals
  • Ability to maintain organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Commitment to following company policies and standard operating procedures

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree preferred but not required
  • 3-5 years’ experience in kitchen management in a full-service, moderate to high volume restaurant or equivalent
  • Exemplary record of attendance, safety and performance
  • Solid track record of success demonstrating upward career progression
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain safety and sanitation standards
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software applications
  • Ability to work collaboratively with union employees and representatives if applicable
  • Ability to provide clear feedback and coaching
  • Professional appearance and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Responsible for achieving company objectives and goals
  • Foster and promote the Flagship brand and values within the client’s culinary culture
  • Promote and ensure that all staff is adhering to Flagship's safety culture
  • Maintains a safe working environment by using food handling skills and proper food safety guidelines
  • Develop and maintain an employee engagement program based on Flagship core values
  • Manage scheduling, Workday time clock activity, and performance of assigned staff
  • Communicate job expectations, plan, monitor, and appraise job results
  • Coach, counsel, and discipline employees
  • Encourage and build trust, respect, and cooperation among team members
  • Serve as role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors
  • Ensure production according to recipes and production goals
  • Maintain food quality standards
  • Oversee all phases of food procurement, production, and service including inventory and ordering
  • Conduct daily line checks, food reviews, and recipes of the day
  • Ensure cleanliness and sanitation meets standards and health audits
  • Prepare food items adhering to portion sizes, quality standards, and kitchen rules
  • Interview new team members aligned with company values
  • Continuously improve customer experience
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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