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Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,800.00 - $64,500.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
meal discounts
Employee training programs
flexible scheduling

Job Description

The position is within a well-established food service organization dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality and top-quality cuisine to its guests. This company operates in the restaurant industry, focusing on efficient food preparation, cost-effective menu planning, and outstanding customer service. The establishment strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where culinary creativity meets operational efficiency, thereby ensuring a memorable dining experience for every patron.

This role is a pivotal part of the kitchen operations and involves overseeing the coordination of various kitchen staff including chefs, cooks, and other food preparation workers. The primary objective is to ensure an efficient and profitable... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in a supervisory kitchen role
  • Strong culinary skills and food safety knowledge
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Good communication and leadership skills
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods and handle kitchen equipment
  • Willingness to undergo training and adhere to company policies

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a similar kitchen supervisory role
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations
  • Ability to manage food costs and analyze recipes
  • Experience in menu planning and pricing
  • Leadership skills with experience in supervising and training kitchen staff
  • Knowledge of nutrition and sanitation standards
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet budget goals
  • Culinary degree or relevant certification preferred

Job Duties

  • Plan or participate in planning menus and utilization of food surpluses and leftovers
  • Estimate food consumption and purchase or requisition foodstuffs and kitchen supplies
  • Review menus, analyze recipes, determine food, labor, and overhead costs, and assign prices to menu items
  • Direct food apportionment policy to control costs
  • Supervise cooking and other kitchen personnel and coordinate their assignments to ensure economical and timely food production
  • Observe methods of food preparation and cooking, sizes of portions, and garnishing of foods to ensure food is prepared in prescribed manner
  • Test cooked foods by tasting and smelling them
  • Devise special dishes and develop recipes
  • Familiarize newly hired chefs and cooks with kitchen practices and oversee training of cook apprentices
  • Establish and enforce nutrition and sanitation standards for restaurant
  • Achieve budget goals given for weekly food and labor costs
  • Attend required trainings and meetings
  • Deliver an exceptional experience through outstanding hospitality and food service to the guests

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