Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a commitment to excellence in the kitchen. As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and maintaining food safety standards. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff management.
• Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and training to ensure adherence to recipes and presentation standards.
• Manage inventory control, including ordering supplies and monitoring stock levels to minimize waste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
• Prepare high-quality dishes according to menu specifications while maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings.
• Assist in catering events as needed, ensuring timely delivery of food services.
• Handle shift management responsibilities, including scheduling staff and coordinating kitchen activities during service hours.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary skills.
• Experience in inventory management and control within a restaurant or catering environment.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices for maintaining hygiene standards.
• Excellent supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team.
• Proficient in shift management, ensuring smooth operations during peak hours.
• Background in food service management is preferred, with an understanding of dietary department requirements being an asset.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Join our team as a Sous Chef where you can showcase your culinary talents while contributing to an exceptional dining experience!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Language:

• Both English and Spanish proficiently (Required)

The job pay $30 an hour for the first month, after the initial training the salary will change to $77,000-$80,000