Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that delivers high quality, great tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures, and profitability. The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. 

Reports to: Executive Chef.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Develop and maintain an in-depth familiarity with the kitchen's operations to effectively lead the culinary team's execution.  
• Resolving any problems that may arise in the kitchen with functionality and operations. 
• Ensures all kitchen staff is following proper procedures and protocols. 
• Controls inventory by adhering to product rotation standards
• Maintains a clean and safe environment by following and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures while upholding health code compliance. 
• Controls labor through proactive management during the shift and according to sales. 
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a positive and professional working culture. 
• Stays up to date on current food and industry trends locally and nationally.  

Required Qualifications/Skills : 

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Sous Chef role or similar. Supervisory experience is a plus.  
• College degree is a plus and preferred. 
• ServSafe Manager Certification, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment. 
• Must be able to effectively supervise and motivate assigned direct reports in a kitchen setting; possess a positive attitude, work well with others, be trustworthy, especially in confidential matters and be well organized and efficient 
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours). 
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment, while still delivering on our promises to our guests, ensuring a team focused environment.
• Reliable, consistent work attendance is a requirement and essential function of this position. 

Shooters Waterfront is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.