Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Sous chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking and a strong knowledge of food preparation and presentation. The employee will be responsible for mastering all position in the kitchen, supervise employees, quality control and development, working expo shifts. 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all meals are prepared to the highest standard and presented in an attractive manner
• Expedite food order to be delivered to tables
• Monitor food stock levels and prepare or replenish as necessary 
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Follow all health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff and front of house to ensure efficient and effective food preparation
• Oversee and verify nightly kitchen closing procedures, ensuring all equipment is powered down, stations and dish areas are cleaned and restocked, and staff checkouts are properly completed.
• Supervise kitchen employees

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a kitchen supervisor
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and presentation
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to handle emergency and stressful situations like resolving customer conflicts
• Ability to make quick decisions
• Ability to create a positive and welcoming customer experience
• Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this role, with limited tolerance for unplanned absences or last-minute call-offs

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance available  
• Dental insurance available
• Paid time off