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Sous Chef

Evanston, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Saranello's is a distinguished restaurant inspired by Chef-Partner Mychael Bonner's profound passion for Italy's culture. This unique establishment brings a rustic, authentic trattoria experience to its patrons by offering homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, alongside prime steaks and fresh fish prepared with attentive care. Rooted deeply in the traditions of Italian cuisine, the restaurant prides itself on delivering not only exceptional dishes but also an inviting and warm dining atmosphere that reflects the essence of Italy's rich culinary heritage. It is a place where quality ingredients meet skilled craftsmanship, ensuring every meal is a memorable journey for visitors seeking both... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 2-3 years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant
  • Ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff

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 Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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