Sous Chef / Culinary / FT

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $46,900.00 - $63,300.00
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Meal Allowances

Job Description

The position is for a Sous Chef at a dynamic culinary establishment where creativity and leadership within the kitchen environment are highly valued. This role is central to the successful operation of a busy kitchen, requiring a blend of culinary expertise, organizational skills, and the ability to manage and inspire kitchen staff effectively. The hiring company is a full-service dining venue that likely caters to a diverse clientele including hotel guests and local diners, emphasizing quality and high standards in food preparation and service.

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Job Requirements

  • Must be able to read and write English
  • must possess basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages
  • must apply common sense and understanding to carry out written and/or verbal instructions
  • must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • Must be able to read and write English
  • must possess basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages
  • must apply common sense and understanding to carry out written and/or verbal instructions
  • must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • three years plus experience as sous chef in high volume full service, hotel, or casual dining/quality restaurant preferred
  • proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage all levels of staff
  • meet all city, county, state, and federal certification standards
  • ability to prepare aesthetically pleasing and appetizing menus

Job Duties

  • Supervise kitchen personnel under the direction of the Executive Chef
  • maintain sanitation procedures and organization of work areas
  • adhere to all city, state, OSHA and JACHO safety and sanitation standards
  • oversee all food purchases as per the par levels
  • maintain food storage, receiving, rotating and stocking as par levels dictate
  • accountable for maximizing daily sales and managing costs and labor effectively
  • maintain all areas of food and nutrition services responsibility daily
  • responsible for compliance with all environmental and health board requirements related to the preparation and service of food and beverages
  • empower staff to deliver the highest customer service standards
  • ensure the highest level of quality product and service
  • ensure health inspection reports are within acceptable standards
  • execute all special events to company standards and specifications
  • ensures staff morale is maintained at the highest level
  • assists in staff training
  • assists in coverage in all areas of the kitchen when needed
  • take an active part in the recruitment and retention of staff
  • prioritize and delegate tasks when needed to ensure prompt completion
  • responsible for providing direct and honest feedback to staff regarding individual performance

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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