Junior Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $72,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
competitive pay
Free Meals

Job Description

Flagship Culinary Services is a leading provider of high-quality dining experiences tailored for some of the world’s largest high-tech companies. Known for its commitment to fresh, made-from-scratch culinary offerings that emphasize local and organically grown ingredients, Flagship Culinary Services stands out in the corporate dining industry. This company prides itself on maintaining a vibrant culinary culture that values passion, customer focus, and excellence in food service. Established as a progressive employer, Flagship Culinary Services invests significantly in its workforce, fostering a collaborative environment where learning and growth opportunities are prioritized. Employees at Flagship experience a workplace where professionalism, creativity, and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must have and maintain an active management level food handlers certification (ServSafe) and adhere to local food handler requirement
  • consistently perform all duties in a responsible and efficient manner

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary degree preferred but not required
  • exemplary record of attendance, safety and performance in previous position
  • solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking
  • 3-5 years experience of kitchen management in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant or equivalent
  • follow safety and sanitation procedures in accordance with OSHA and Department of Health guidelines
  • demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to adjust communication style based on the audience
  • exhibit excellent culinary skills
  • lead by example in all aspects of work
  • manage multiple tasks and projects consistently and effectively
  • possess mid to high-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and any other software used by Flagship
  • stay organized, prioritize tasks, and manage a busy schedule efficiently
  • safely handle kitchen equipment and tools
  • display strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • utilize knife skills in a fast, efficient, and safe manner
  • maintain a strong sense of urgency
  • present a professional appearance at all times
  • demonstrate strong leadership skills
  • work effectively with and support union employees, collaborating with union representatives when applicable
  • delegate tasks and hold others accountable for achieving results within designated timelines
  • show strong ability to influence and drive positive change
  • maintain comprehensive knowledge of kitchen layout and equipment usage

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
  • maintain a safe working environment by using food handling skills and proper food safety guidelines
  • develop and maintain an employee engagement program that is based on Flagship core values
  • partner with upper management and HR for guidance regarding corrective actions, reviews, and employee issues
  • responsible for consistently meeting the company's key performance indicators such as safety, staffing levels, attrition
  • follow standard operation procedures set by the company
  • manage assigned staff including scheduling, Workday time clock activity, and performance
  • communicate job expectations to hourly employees
  • plan, monitor, and appraise job results
  • coach, counsel, and discipline employees
  • develop, coordinate, and enforce systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards
  • continuously seek opportunities to improve the customer experience
  • encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members
  • ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • serve as a role model for hourly employees, demonstrating appropriate behaviors
  • responsible for production according to recipes/directions
  • set, manage, and follow up on prep and production goals
  • maintain food quality standards for the café
  • oversee all phases of food procurement, production, and service including inventory, ordering, storage/rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, service, and production time standards
  • conduct daily line checks, food reviews, and recipes of the day
  • ensure that clear feedback is provided to the entire kitchen team
  • ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen by maintaining specified standards, passing Health Department audits with a minimum of 90 percent or equivalent, and training staff on proper sanitation guidelines
  • prepare food items consistently by adhering to standards with portion sizes, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
  • interview new team members with consideration of Flagship values and culture
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location