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Eddie Merlot's

Sous Chef - EM

Job Overview

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Life insurance
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Eddie Merlot's is a distinguished upscale steakhouse brand renowned for offering an exquisite dining experience centered around prime steaks, exceptional wine selections, and impeccable hospitality. Established with a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction, Eddie Merlot's has built a reputation for delivering culinary excellence in a warm and inviting atmosphere. This restaurant chain combines top-tier service with a dedication to freshness, quality, and consistency, making it a preferred destination for both casual diners and special event celebrations. Work at Eddie Merlot's means joining a professional team focused on passion for food, attention to detail, and maintaining an environment where every... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Several years of kitchen experience in a supervisory role
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform kitchen duties
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Willingness to train and develop team members

Job Qualifications

  • Proven culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen environment
  • Leadership and team management skills
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to train and mentor kitchen staff
  • Experience with inventory management and cost control
  • Familiarity with scheduling labor within budget
  • Ability to follow and enforce company food preparation standards
  • Basic budgeting and administrative skills
  • Customer service-oriented mindset

Job Duties

  • Directs and participates in food production operations
  • Leads, directs, coaches and teaches all kitchen and food production team members
  • Assists with recruiting, hiring, and training team members, using approved company training materials and certified coaches
  • Communicates job expectations and standards, review job performance, coach and hold team members accountable
  • Prepares daily production list and direct the food production activities for meals, banquets, and special events in accordance with established recipes, preparation and cooking procedures, timing, portion control, and quality and presentation standards
  • Ensures that line levels are representative of forecasted sales
  • Conducts daily line checks using approved line check sheets ensuring proper hold temperatures, line levels, portion sizes, quality, freshness and flavor profiles meet company standards
  • Ensures that applicable health and consumer protection regulations regarding food preparation, handling, storage, and safety are followed at all times
  • Assists the Chef in preparing the annual budget for food, equipment, supplies, and labor
  • Monitors sales, food and labor cost, and related financial data on a regular basis and adjust to meet financial metrics
  • Performs administrative and reporting tasks related to cost control
  • Places food and supply orders, receives product by verifying quantities, invoice prices, and merchandise quality
  • Assists with creating work schedules using company labor schedule software and managing staffing levels within budgeted labor cost
  • Ensures all kitchen equipment is safe and operationally ready by following standard procedures for cleaning, preventive maintenance, and related documentation
  • Develops specific training and growth plans for team members expressing interest in future growth opportunities within the organization
  • Enhances dining experience by tableside visits and partnering with dining room managers
  • Actively participates as part of the corporate and restaurant leadership teams by staying informed of goals and objectives, participating in planning sessions and projects, and partnering with chefs at other locations
  • Works with the Sales Manager to develop, cost and execute menus for banquets, private dining functions, and special events
  • Facilitates daily pre-shift meetings keeping team members informed of company and restaurant goals and objectives
  • Creates a cohesive team within the kitchen, maintain a weekly training or skill development focus, encourage two-way communication, find creative ways to reward and recognize team members, and promote communication between BOH and FOH
  • Fosters an environment of appreciation and recognition
  • Performs related duties and projects as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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