Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is a distinguished and sophisticated restaurant renowned for its exquisite selection of prime steaks, fresh and quality seafood, and the iconic dishes featuring legendary Joe's Stone Crab. Established as a premier dining destination, Joe's offers an upscale dining experience combining time-honored culinary traditions with exceptional service, all nestled within an elegant ambiance. The restaurant has carved an esteemed reputation for delivering memorable meals crafted from the finest ingredients, making it a favorite among locals, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike. Dedicated to excellence, Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab remains committed to innovation in cuisine while preserving the integrity and heritage of its celebrated dishes. The establishment is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants group, a culinary-driven company that supports over 130 locations and is known for fostering a Culture of Caring and valuing diverse talents and unique perspectives. This makes the workplace environment at Joe's not only rewarding but also geared towards growth and collaboration.
The role of Sous Chef at Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is a vital leadership position within the culinary team. The Sous Chef will be responsible for managing back-of-house (BOH) operations and overseeing kitchen staff to ensure the smooth and efficient execution of food preparation and cooking. This includes running BOH shifts, maintaining adequate inventory, leading pre-shift meetings, and promoting teamwork among the BOH teams. The position requires a minimum of two years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant and strong leadership abilities to manage and develop staff effectively. The Sous Chef will closely collaborate with the General Manager and other designated managers to maintain recipe standards, control food costs, and manage food ordering and supplies. This hands-on leadership role demands attention to quality and timing to ensure excellent guest experiences, along with a commitment to training and mentoring kitchen staff. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 per year and includes a comprehensive benefits package such as quarterly bonuses, paid time off including holidays, personal and vacation days, 401(k) plans, and various insurance coverages. This opportunity provides career-long training, growth potential, and the chance to contribute to a renowned brand within a respected culinary-driven restaurant company. Working hours may vary and include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and multi-site shifts, which may require overnight travel. This demanding and rewarding role offers a dynamic work environment where culinary expertise and leadership skills are highly valued and developed.
The role of Sous Chef at Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is a vital leadership position within the culinary team. The Sous Chef will be responsible for managing back-of-house (BOH) operations and overseeing kitchen staff to ensure the smooth and efficient execution of food preparation and cooking. This includes running BOH shifts, maintaining adequate inventory, leading pre-shift meetings, and promoting teamwork among the BOH teams. The position requires a minimum of two years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant and strong leadership abilities to manage and develop staff effectively. The Sous Chef will closely collaborate with the General Manager and other designated managers to maintain recipe standards, control food costs, and manage food ordering and supplies. This hands-on leadership role demands attention to quality and timing to ensure excellent guest experiences, along with a commitment to training and mentoring kitchen staff. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 per year and includes a comprehensive benefits package such as quarterly bonuses, paid time off including holidays, personal and vacation days, 401(k) plans, and various insurance coverages. This opportunity provides career-long training, growth potential, and the chance to contribute to a renowned brand within a respected culinary-driven restaurant company. Working hours may vary and include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and multi-site shifts, which may require overnight travel. This demanding and rewarding role offers a dynamic work environment where culinary expertise and leadership skills are highly valued and developed.
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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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