Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Range $48,800.00 - $65,800.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Our company is a well-established restaurant known for providing exceptional dining experiences through a combination of innovative culinary techniques and outstanding customer service. We pride ourselves on maintaining a professional kitchen environment where quality, consistency, and efficiency are prioritized to meet the high standards our guests expect. The restaurant operates with a dedicated team of professionals committed to excellence in food preparation and presentation, ensuring every dish served is a testament to our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality. We are currently seeking a Sous Chef who will work closely with our highly skilled Chef, Restaurant Management Team, and Director of Operations to oversee daily kitchen operations. This role is integral to the smooth functioning of our kitchen and maintaining the quality and standards that define our establishment.

As Sous Chef, you will be responsible for supervising and leading our kitchen staff to deliver excellent food quality and service consistently. Your duties will include overseeing food preparation, managing inventory and supply ordering, scheduling staff shifts, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have proven culinary and management experience, excelling in leadership, communication, and organizational skills. You will play a pivotal role in recruiting and training kitchen employees, contributing to menu pricing and changes alongside the restaurant management, and ensuring the kitchen environment is clean, efficient, and compliant with all regulations. The position demands a leader capable of adapting to the dynamic, fast-paced nature of a busy kitchen while maintaining an unwavering focus on food safety and operational efficiency. This is a full-time role that offers the opportunity to grow with our restaurant and expand your culinary career in a supportive and professional environment. We also provide assistance with Serv Safe Certification if the candidate is not already certified, underlining our commitment to professional development and food safety excellence.

Job Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role
  • In-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations
  • Ability to work well in a stressful and fast-paced environment
  • Excellent problem-solving and conflict management abilities
  • Outstanding communication and organizational skills
  • Serv Safe Certified or willing to obtain certification
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Job Qualifications

  • Proven culinary and management experience
  • Outstanding leadership and organizational abilities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience recruiting and training kitchen staff
  • Knowledge of menu pricing and food cost management
  • Ability to supervise and motivate kitchen employees
  • Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a kitchen environment

Job Duties

  • Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand
  • Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders
  • Oversee the food preparation and cooking process
  • Recruit and train kitchen employees in designated stations
  • Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments
  • Work with the restaurant manager to price and change menu items
  • Schedule work shifts for employees
  • Store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized
  • Maintain weekly and monthly cost reports

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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