Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible for all kitchen functions as directed by the Executive Chef, including preparation and maintenance of quality standards, sanitation and cleanliness, training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion, cost control, and sanitation and cleanliness. Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in a high-volume restaurant setting.

Full-Time, Exempt Position

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of the SERG Restaurant Group.
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment and food storage areas.
• Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures.
• Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.
• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Ensure that deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and procedures.
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.
• Check the quantity and quality of received products.
• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
• Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies regarding personnel are followed, and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.
• Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients or the likely number of guests.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programs.
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests’ needs and support the operation of the restaurant.
• Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
• Instruct the FOH and BOH in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
• Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes, and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu items.
• Schedule personnel as required for anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met.
• Make employment and termination decisions including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-2 years of back of house management preferred
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
• Ability to perform basic math calculations
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office
• Able to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays; up to 55 hours a week
• ServSafe Certification or plan to receive one within 3 months
• Able to communicate effectively with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel, and guests
• Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 60 pounds
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

At SERG, we are dedicated to providing our guests with quality cuisine, exceptional service, and genuine hospitality at each of our locations. 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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - including plans that are 100% covered for employees and dependents
• Supplemental Insurance - Dental, vision, life, short-term disability, accident, identity protection, critical illness and pet insurance
• Discounts in all of the SERG sister restaurants
• 401(k) - 100% match up to 3%
• Bonus opportunities
• Team Member Rewards Program
• Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off