Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating 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
Aba is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, located on South Congress at Music Lane in Austin, TX. The restaurant is known for its fresh and modern approach to Mediterranean cuisine, meticulously crafted by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. Aba also features a carefully curated beverage program, showcasing spirits and rare wines from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, enhancing the overall dining experience. Aba operates multiple locations in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, making it a popular destination for food enthusiasts looking to explore Mediterranean flavors with a creative twist.
Aba offers a vibrant and dynamic work environment that values culinary excellence, creativity, and teamwork. The restaurant emphasizes quality and innovation in every dish and beverage served, making it a leader in the competitive restaurant industry. By joining Aba, team members become part of a culture that nurtures talent and encourages continuous learning and development. The company's commitment to its employees is evident through its comprehensive benefits package and focus on work-life balance.
The Sous Chef position at Aba Austin is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals who wish to grow their careers in a supportive and innovative setting. As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in managing the back-of-house operations, ensuring that all food preparation meets Aba's high standards of quality and consistency. This role involves overseeing kitchen staff, managing inventory, and maintaining effective communication between the kitchen and front-of-house teams. The Sous Chef will also be responsible for leading pre-shift meetings, performing quality checks, and assisting in purchasing and food cost control.
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, the employer behind Aba, is a renowned culinary-driven restaurant company that operates over 130 locations. Recognized for its Culture of Caring, Lettuce Entertain You fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees are supported through career-long training and growth opportunities. The company is dedicated to providing competitive salaries, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, investing in the overall well-being and professional development of its team members.
This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 per year. In addition to a rewarding compensation package, employees benefit from paid time off, medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and more. The Sous Chef will gain valuable experience working alongside industry leaders and contribute to the continued success and reputation of Aba Austin. If you are passionate about Mediterranean cuisine and aspire to accelerate your career with a supportive culinary company, the Sous Chef position at Aba is an ideal fit.
Aba offers a vibrant and dynamic work environment that values culinary excellence, creativity, and teamwork. The restaurant emphasizes quality and innovation in every dish and beverage served, making it a leader in the competitive restaurant industry. By joining Aba, team members become part of a culture that nurtures talent and encourages continuous learning and development. The company's commitment to its employees is evident through its comprehensive benefits package and focus on work-life balance.
The Sous Chef position at Aba Austin is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals who wish to grow their careers in a supportive and innovative setting. As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in managing the back-of-house operations, ensuring that all food preparation meets Aba's high standards of quality and consistency. This role involves overseeing kitchen staff, managing inventory, and maintaining effective communication between the kitchen and front-of-house teams. The Sous Chef will also be responsible for leading pre-shift meetings, performing quality checks, and assisting in purchasing and food cost control.
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, the employer behind Aba, is a renowned culinary-driven restaurant company that operates over 130 locations. Recognized for its Culture of Caring, Lettuce Entertain You fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees are supported through career-long training and growth opportunities. The company is dedicated to providing competitive salaries, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, investing in the overall well-being and professional development of its team members.
This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 per year. In addition to a rewarding compensation package, employees benefit from paid time off, medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and more. The Sous Chef will gain valuable experience working alongside industry leaders and contribute to the continued success and reputation of Aba Austin. If you are passionate about Mediterranean cuisine and aspire to accelerate your career with a supportive culinary company, the Sous Chef position at Aba is an ideal fit.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of sous chef experience
- strong leadership skills
- effective communication abilities
- ability to manage kitchen operations
- capability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
- physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Job Qualifications
- 2-3 years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant
- ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff
Job Duties
- 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 participating 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 front of house (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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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