Sous Chef

Job Description Latest job information from Cindy's for the position of Sous Chef in Chicago. If the Sous Chef vacancy matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal. Benefits & Perks Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days) Employer-sponsored mental health and resource program Free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs 401(k) program Life insurance Wellness benefits Paid parental leave Paid vacation Career mentorship and growth potential Dining incentives across our 20+ establishments About Boka Restaurant Group Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award‑winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of America’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. Sous Chef Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Chef de Cuisine Assisting in ordering all products based on par systems and inventory management, and overseeing all ordering and inventory to ensure low food costs Assisting in the management including recruiting, hiring, scheduling, reviewing, and terminating Managing staff schedules and ensuring cuts are made whenever possible Maintaining open lines of communication with all management and upper management to address issues, and participating in manager meetings Overseeing quality control of all food production and execution Developing unique and visually appealing plating designs for new dishes Creating new menu items upon guest requests and seasonally, and recording the recipes of these items for consistent replication Ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld by enforcing high sanitation standards Addressing all kitchen‑related problems and incidences in a timely and effective manner Daily maintenance of BOH systems – continually follow and tweak all BOH systems from AM walk‑through, temp logs, line checks, prep lists, order guides, etc. Daily follow‑through of BOH systems – it is mandatory that all BOH systems that are created are firmly used to the specification of the Executive Chef Completing and maintaining inventories with purchaser Knowledge and understanding of the Purchase and Loss Statement on a monthly basis Continually working through R&D process with the Executive Chef to further dishes on the menu Qualifications 3–4 years of experience in a Sous Chef role Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays Patient and empathetic toward others Practices high standards of cleanliness Strong leadership skills Highly organized Efficient at multi‑tasking Experience in mass‑volume production Physical Requirements Lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven, and slick surfaces Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments Job Information Company: Cindy's Position: Sous Chef Work Location: Chicago Country: US How to Submit an Application After reading and understanding the criteria and minimum qualification requirements explained in the job information above, immediately complete the job application files such as a job application letter, CV, photocopy of diploma, transcript, and other supplements. Submit via the Next Page link below. Next Page #J-18808-Ljbffr