Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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
Summer House Santa Monica is a renowned restaurant celebrated for its California-inspired, chef-driven menu that emphasizes the use of simple, high-quality ingredients sourced from local growers and sustainable products. The restaurant places a strong focus on vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, catering to a diverse clientele seeking fresh and wholesome dining experiences. The establishment prides itself on offering a menu that reflects the vibrant culinary culture of California, blending flavors that are as health-conscious as they are delicious. Located in a prime area, Summer House Santa Monica is part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, a culinary-driven restaurant company with over... Show More
Job Requirements
- minimum 2 years of pastry sous chef experience
- experience working in high-volume full-service restaurants
- strong leadership and team management skills
- excellent communication and organizational skills
- ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, late nights and weekends
- capability to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds
- familiarity with inventory management and food cost control
- commitment to food quality and presentation
- ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- 2-3 years of pastry chef experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant
- ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff
Job Duties
- Oversee the pastry line and inventory
- lead the preparation, production and presentation of baked goods, pastries and desserts for the restaurant
- 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 participate 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
- assist with tracking and controlling food cost
- ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between 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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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