Sous Chef

Sous Chef Opportunity at Three Notch'd Columbia Craft Kitchen and BreweryThree Notch'd Columbia Craft Kitchen and Brewery is now hiring for a Sous Chef. Located on Clarendon Blvd, we are not your typical brewpub!Why join our team? Let us tell you!Company Product Benefits (must be +21)Discounted Three Notch'd SwagPaid Time off for all team membersPortable Individual Retirement Account (IRA) through IconHealth, Dental and Vision insurance for full-time team membersRefer a family or friend and earn up to a $300 bonusEarned Wage Access through ZayZoonJob Summary: The Sous Chef oversees kitchen operations by supporting and training the Line Cooks and other Kitchen Staff. The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef by managing kitchen production and employees. The Sous Chef is primarily responsible for cooking all food orders in an efficient manner. In addition, the Sous Chef prepares food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment. The Sous Chef always ensures quality consistency by following recipe cards and production and portion standards. The Sous Chef is expected to serve as an example for the other Cooks to aspire to by continually going above and beyond. Also, the Sous Chef plays a key role in ensuring a sufficient inventory is maintained in order to meet daily needs, record deliveries, deal with discrepancies and assist with storage. The Sous Chef is highly knowledgeable about the proper use of kitchen equipment including but not limited to steamers, ovens, mixers, grills and dishwashing equipment.Essential Tasks and Responsibilities:Oversee and support line cooks in synchronizing food procurement and other food preparation tasks, ensuring labor and cost control goals are not exceededTrain line cooks on all aspects of the role, helping to enhance their cooking skillsConduct interviews, and hire, back of the house staff for open positionsPerform a formal performance review process with back of the house staffDevelop, read and follow recipes – prepare and cook hot and cold food itemsEnsure there are daily sufficient prepped foods to ensure the restaurant runs as smoothly and efficiently as possiblePrepare and plate final food products ensuring an attractive presentation is achievedEnsure all food orders are completed in an efficient mannerOrder and receive food product from vendors – check in by item on invoice and input in receiving logAssist in conducting food and beverage inventories – note any out of stock items or possible shortagesMaintain a strong working knowledge of culinary trends and use them where appropriateEnsure proper handling of all food products and equipment is maintained, to ensure food safety and kitchen standards are adhered to at all timesEnsure cleanliness and high sanitation standards are maintained at all timesOrganize and maintain stock rooms and walk-in refrigeratorsAt the end of the shift return all food items to designated storage areas - cover and date all perishable itemsMay be required to schedule labor according to budget guidelines – ensuring all employee schedules are kept updatedMust be flexible – willing to work a rotational schedule with rotational days off that may include weekends and holidaysMust be well groomed and maintain a high level of professionalism at all timesMust perform all miscellaneous duties assigned by upper managementKnow and comply with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies and energyReport to work on time and in complete uniformDaily use of appropriate PPE for the task assignedReport all injuries immediately to your manager/supervisorUnderstand the proper use of and storage of chemicals used in the location. Be familiar with the chemical SDS book and its contents.Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for directing the kitchen staff, monitoring their performance, and giving appropriate feedback in regards to timing and preparation of food items. Consults with management about employee relations issues and scheduling of the staff.Required Qualifications:Must be able to effectively communicate and understand directionsMust be able to understand safety rules, 3NB Alcohol Regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and proceduresExcellent customer service and a positive attitudeMust be able to work in a team environmentMust be well groomedMust have the ability to manage and support the kitchen staffMinimum 3 years experience working in a high-volume kitchen or equivalent schoolingMust have an extensive knowledge of cooking methods, cooking line, banquets, catering and pastryAbility to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer services is essential to success in this roleSolid supervisory, organizational and time management skills are requiredProfit & Loss accountability– managed service experience is desirableExperience with and knowledge of all Microsoft applications requiredMust be willing to follow all Safety StandardsDesired Qualifications:Culinary training or degreeServeSafe certifiedThree Notch’d Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.