Sous Chef

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Sous Chef

Full Time Adele’s Nashville, Nashville, TN, US

17 days ago Requisition ID: 1582

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Adele’s, located in the heart of the Gulch, is a Nashville favorite known for its seasonal, farm-to-table dishes and warm hospitality. We’re currently looking for a Sous Chef to join our team! From wood-fired favorites to fresh, vibrant flavors, Adele’s offers an unforgettable dining experience, and we’re excited to welcome someone who shares our passion for great food and service.
$55k-$70k salary DOE plus quarterly bonus depending on performance.

Sous Chef Key Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision of the kitchen employees on a daily basis, ensuring policies and processes are being followed and inspecting operational flow on a continuous basis.
• Assist Executive Chef with the efficient and effective running of the kitchen ensuring that operating costs are minimized.
• Responsible for food quality and consistency of menu items, ensuring a positive guest experience.
• Assist with the hiring, on-boarding and continuous training of kitchen employees.
• Schedule and oversee necessary maintenance and repairs on kitchen appliances.
• Assist with creation of schedules for kitchen employees, adjusting as necessary to meet business needs and financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with department of health standards, maintaining superior cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen areas.
• Provide training and support to Front of House employees, to include menu knowledge and how to meet dietary needs.

Sous Chef Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years' prior culinary management experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Serve Safe certified food manager preferred.
• Candidate must have proven culinary skills and must be able to lead, develop, and motivate staff.
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment while effectively delegating tasks.
• Experience managing payroll and schedules is required.
• Must have understanding of food cost and be capable of conducting and assessing restaurant inventory.
• Must be proficient with computers, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to lift / carry items up to 40 lbs. and push / pull items up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending, twisting, squatting and reaching overhead.
• Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc) and taste/smell.

Adele’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer and treats all applicants for employment equally based upon job-related qualifications and without regard to race, sex, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, political activity, or any other characteristic protected by law.