Line - Jr. Sous

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $19.00 - $21.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

tip sharing

Job Description

The Jr. Sous position is an entry-level leadership development role within a dynamic restaurant setting focused on nurturing team members eager to advance into management. Operated within the operations department and reporting directly to the General Manager, this role is essential for maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and overall kitchen efficiency. Offering a competitive non-exempt pay rate ranging from $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, along with average tips between $4.54 and $5.11 per hour, this position provides both financial reward and career growth opportunities.

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Job Requirements

At least 21 years of age
high school diploma or equivalent preferred
1-2 years of food service or hospitality industry experience preferred
basic math skills
excellent communication skills
ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English
ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment
ability to stand for extended periods
ability to lift up to 50 pounds
ability to use kitchen equipment safely
willingness to manage stress and problem solve
commitment to company values
ability to work collaboratively with team members
ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards
ability to operate POS systems

Job Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent preferred
1-2 years of food service or hospitality industry experience preferred
basic math skills required
excellent communication skills required
ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English required
bilingual Spanish a plus
excellent guest service and interpersonal skills
commitment to company core values and team member promises
ability to manage stress and perform well in a high-volume environment
ability to problem solve
ability to work well under time constraints and prioritize multiple tasks
ability to demonstrate self-motivation and drive
ability to uphold and manage standards, procedures, and processes
ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
ability to work collaboratively with others
ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance and demeanor
passionate about training and supporting all team members with validations and training exercises

Job Duties

Apply thorough knowledge, understanding and application of culinary techniques to consistently execute menu items
monitor all meals being served for appearance, quality standards, portion control and temperature standards in accordance with the established policies and procedures
ensure all stations are properly set prior to service and ensure sufficient supply of high-quality mis-en-place is set for the next shift
support a culture of safety by upholding safety standards and reporting injuries on time
safely use all kitchen equipment and apply advanced knife skills
ensure kitchen equipment is properly cleaned, maintained and functioning
assist Chef and Sous Chef in controlling food and labor costs as well as purchasing, receiving, purveyor lists and inventory of all kitchen items
ensure meal and rest breaks are made available to team members and accurately record time
assist in establishing proper par levels of finished products and ingredients and conduct inventories
properly label, date, rotate and store all products to ensure proper food handling, maximum shelf life and sanitation compliance
ensure production and merchandising area is clean, safe, and presentable always
effectively communicate with management and assist with and respond to guests' and team members' needs and inquiries to satisfaction
utilize the point-of-sale system to accurately enter guest's information, take-out order and complete the sale
bag orders efficiently and neatly, preserving the integrity of the items and ensuring high quality and presentation
set the tone for the shift and assume responsibility for the results of their shift
secure the building especially at closing, ensuring the safe is locked, all doors are locked, and the alarm is set
perform other job-related duties as necessary

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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