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American Social

Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

American Social is a renowned high-volume, full-service restaurant that prides itself on delivering an exceptional dining experience through top-quality food and outstanding hospitality. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to culinary excellence, American Social has established itself as a leader in the restaurant industry. With a focus on delivering delicious food prepared with precision and creativity, the company fosters a collaborative environment where the passion for food and guest satisfaction drives every aspect of the business. Employees at American Social are encouraged to bring their best selves to work, contributing to a team culture that values professionalism, hard work,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Three years sous chef or comparable experience in a full service and high volume restaurant
  • ServSafe certification
  • strong knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation standards
  • ability to manage and lead a team of up to 75 people
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to work nights, weekends, and 12+ hour shifts as necessary
  • ability to adapt to a changing environment
  • strong work ethic and professionalism
  • experience with back office and POS systems
  • culinary arts degree is a plus
  • bilingual is a plus

Job Qualifications

  • Three years sous chef or comparable experience in a full service and high volume restaurant
  • strong communication and leadership skills
  • experience with back office and POS systems including Restaurant 365, Hot Schedules, Micros
  • advanced organizational skills
  • bilingual is a plus
  • culinary arts degree is a plus
  • ServSafe certified
  • strong knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Duties

  • Coordinate, lead, and direct line cooks, prep cooks, and utility team members
  • train and validate all new cooks and provide ongoing training and coaching to existing cooks
  • partner with the Executive Chef, GM, and FOH managers on team training and education
  • ensure 100% recipe adherence by all team members
  • hold team accountability to company policies and procedures
  • implement and maintain strict safety and sanitation standards as well as overall kitchen organization
  • lead the implementation of a HACCP plan and ensure all team members follow it
  • keep clear communication lines with the Executive Chef, GM, and corporate chef
  • assist the Executive Chef in managing food costs to goal
  • manage controllable costs to goal
  • assist with back office accounting and scheduling systems
  • perform accurate inventories and communicate food cost issues
  • perform line and quality checks to ensure food quality and equipment functionality
  • uphold proper image and appearance guidelines including hygiene

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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