Sous Chef - Sacramento, CA

The CHEF DE CUISINE AND/OR SOUS CHEF is responsible for assisting the kitchen team in achieving the optimum professional service to guests. Position Requirements Essential Functions: Fulfill the function of Executive Chef when the Executive Chef is not on-site or incapacitated Assist in establishing food preparation and storage protocols Assist in developing menu items per Chef 's discretion Maintain high level of food quality Promote established kitchen culture and positive work environment Establish and maintain a kitchen schedule and labor reporting protocol Maintain an open door policy with staff Create and maintain relationships with all food and maintenance vendors Establish and maintain cohesive communications with all Managers Properly learn and utilize POS system Assist in executing and maintaining administrative duties required for the Culinary Dept. Assist in inventory protocol and maintenance Assist in maintaining profitable food and labor costs Assist in hiring, training, disciplining and firing of all kitchen personnel Supervise all kitchen staff at all times Enforce all policies of Echo & Rig Represent Echo & Rig for off-site promotional and PR events as needed Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety Properly learn to utilize and maintain cooking equipment Handle a sauté pan and other cooking apparatus Work on an open flame grill, high powered wok, gas fryers, table steamer, salamanders, hand torches etc. Work with high sense of urgency Follow plating instructions as directed Properly follow recipe formats and food storage protocol Practice safe and sanitary food handling protocol Execute food preparation of vegetables, meats and grains etc. Handle a provided kitchen knife with confidence Taste and maintain a consistent flavor profile per Chef 's requirements Work in a high pace and high volume environment Work in temperature sensitive environments such as walk-ins, freezers, kitchens Read and write in English in regards to prep lists, invoices, recipes etc. Assist in the receiving and storage of all food and non-food products Accountabilities Be an active team player Follow supervisor’s instructions Perform under more than average stressful conditions Make appropriate judgment calls under stressful condition Lead a team of co-workers and effectively delegate appropriate duties to achieve optimum service to guests Maintain clean and orderly work area throughout shift and leave it ready for the following shift Acquire and wear appropriate uniform as prescribed in the training manual Maintain and clean uniform Maintain a well-manicured appearance and persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant Read and be accountable for the information in the Echo & Rig employee handbook Qualifications Standards Must provide a minimum of 3-years full service restaurant experience or the equivalent. Must be willing and able to Master English language sufficient to communicate effectively Meet personal schedule requirements punctually Self-motivator Project a friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude Get along with co-workers Provide a clean, well-manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant Safely transport containers that weigh up to 30 lbs. from any area to the dish washing area Stand and/or walk for entire shift Safely transport items to and from the kitchen on a slick and uneven surface Transport dishes, bus tubs and/or trays from the dish washing area to any table in the restaurant and vice versa Safely move about in all areas of the restaurant Accept constructive criticism Work a variable and flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays Rules May not take or give away any unauthorized company property including food or beverage May not work under the influence of alcohol or other mood altering substances May not keep any unauthorized items in personal locker May not resort to any physical violence or harassing behavior May not eat or drink certain unauthorized items during a shift Failure to abide by these and other conditions of employment of the company set forth elsewhere can subject an employee to disciplinary action including termination. Accessibility varies by location. If you need any accommodation from the Company to enable you to perform essential job functions, please let us know at time of hire. Job Qualifications Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportion to practical situations. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Computer Skills: Accounting Software, Inventory Software, Database Software, Order Processing Systems, Payroll Systems, Human Resource Systems, Spreadsheet Software, Internet Software, Word Processing Software Department of Health certification Cooking, knife, and safety skills. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Category Food Services Shift Various Shifts Location Echo & Rig Sacramento, LLC We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Echo & Rig Butcher Steakhouse