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Sous Chef- New Restaurant Opening

Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Our establishment is a reputable and dynamic restaurant committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and high standards of hospitality. Known for our passion for authentic and rustic food, we strive to create a dining atmosphere that is both welcoming and elevated, blending simple ingredients with expert culinary techniques to delight every guest. Our restaurant values originality, sustainability, and a keen attention to detail, sourcing the finest ingredients through close relationships with local producers. We operate a high-volume kitchen where creativity, precision, and enthusiasm for food are paramount, encouraging all team members to uphold the highest standards in food preparation and presentation.

The role of the Sous Chef within our kitchen is integral to the success and smooth operation of our food service. Working directly under the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef plays a vital role in planning and directing food preparation, ensuring that each dish meets our quality and presentation benchmarks before reaching the table. This position involves supervising kitchen staff, coordinating with food suppliers, and addressing any challenges that may arise in the kitchen environment with decisive and calm leadership. The Sous Chef is expected to foster a culture of humble hospitality, passion for food, and commitment to excellence. Passionate candidates will find an inspiring workplace where they can hone their skills, contribute to menu development alongside the Executive Chef, and champion food safety and hygiene practices to maintain our restaurant's impeccable standards.

Additionally, the Sous Chef oversees kitchen operations including managing order flow during service, handling the expo process efficiently, and supporting colleagues during busy periods or emergencies. The ideal candidate must be resilient under pressure, adept at multitasking, and dedicated to ensuring simple yet creatively prepared dishes that reflect the restaurant's vision. This role requires excellent communication and leadership skills, basic computer competency for menu planning, and the ability to train and guide culinary staff effectively. As a crucial leadership figure in the kitchen, the Sous Chef upholds not just the culinary quality but the core values of our establishment, making a direct impact on guests' dining experiences and the overall success of our restaurant.

Job Requirements

  • 1-3 years of high volume kitchen experience
  • ability to withstand pressure and strain of working in a fast-paced kitchen
  • capacity to lift products and supplies weighing up to 45 pounds
  • comfort with prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and repetitive hand and wrist motions
  • ability to work with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment

Job Qualifications

  • culinary degree preferred
  • 1-3 years of high volume kitchen experience
  • passion for food and guest experience
  • excellent time management skills
  • active listening and learning skills
  • ability to teach and guide kitchen staff
  • basic computer skills for menu building

Job Duties

  • passionately commit to humble hospitality and high-quality guest experience
  • work with the executive chef to produce diversified menu items aligned with restaurant policy and vision
  • monitor hygiene and food safety standards throughout food preparation
  • handle kitchen volume and stress with poise and finesse
  • organize and manage the expo process in the kitchen
  • uphold high standards of food quality
  • teach techniques and strategies to kitchen staff
  • maintain close relationships with ingredient suppliers

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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