Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Job Description
Highly Likely is an energetic and fast-growing all-day dining restaurant known for its chef-driven menu and commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Located in a vibrant area, Highly Likely offers a dynamic environment where creativity and quality converge to serve a diverse customer base seven days a week from 8 am to 9 pm. The restaurant prides itself on a fast-paced atmosphere, fostering innovation and teamwork among its staff to maintain high standards in both food and service. Featuring a dedicated kitchen team, Highly Likely combines classic techniques with modern flavors, making it a popular destination for food enthusiasts seeking an engaging and delicious dining experience. As part of its expansion, Highly Likely is actively seeking a talented and motivated sous chef to join the back-of-house leadership team and help drive kitchen operations to new heights.
The sous chef position at Highly Likely is critical in supporting the head chef by supervising daily back-of-house operations. In this hands-on role, the sous chef will manage kitchen staff, oversee food preparation and cooking, and ensure that every dish leaving the kitchen meets the restaurant’s high standards for quality and presentation. This role requires excellent organizational skills, proactive inventory management, and adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations. The sous chef will also be involved in developing and launching new recipes, collaborating closely with the head chef to keep the menu innovative and exciting. As part of the kitchen management team, the sous chef will coordinate food orders, train staff on prep work and plating techniques, maintain kitchen equipment, and oversee catering orders. Success in this position demands a passion for food, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor. Working evenings and weekends is essential to meet operational needs. Ultimately, the sous chef plays a key role in ensuring that each customer enjoys a pleasant dining experience through timely delivery of delicious, well-prepared plates.
The sous chef position at Highly Likely is critical in supporting the head chef by supervising daily back-of-house operations. In this hands-on role, the sous chef will manage kitchen staff, oversee food preparation and cooking, and ensure that every dish leaving the kitchen meets the restaurant’s high standards for quality and presentation. This role requires excellent organizational skills, proactive inventory management, and adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations. The sous chef will also be involved in developing and launching new recipes, collaborating closely with the head chef to keep the menu innovative and exciting. As part of the kitchen management team, the sous chef will coordinate food orders, train staff on prep work and plating techniques, maintain kitchen equipment, and oversee catering orders. Success in this position demands a passion for food, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor. Working evenings and weekends is essential to meet operational needs. Ultimately, the sous chef plays a key role in ensuring that each customer enjoys a pleasant dining experience through timely delivery of delicious, well-prepared plates.
Job Requirements
- Proven work experience as a sous chef or kitchen manager
- hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
- enthusiasm to learn the computer software that we use to run the restaurant
- knowledge of a wide range of recipes
- familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
- excellent organizational skills
- conflict management abilities
- ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
- flexibility to work during evenings and weekends
Job Qualifications
- Proven work experience as a sous chef or kitchen manager
- hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
- enthusiasm to learn restaurant computer software
- knowledge of a wide range of recipes
- familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
- excellent organizational skills
- conflict management abilities
- ability to manage a team in a fast-paced work environment
Job Duties
- Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
- supervise food prep and cooking
- check food plating and temperature
- order food supplies and kitchen equipment as needed
- train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
- store food products in compliance with safety practices
- conduct weekly inventory
- maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
- assist in tracking and overseeing kitchen repair and maintenance
- oversee catering orders
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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