Sous Chef

Job Title

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in the oversight of all day-to-day operational activities of the department.

Maintains personal connections with guests, clients, and community organizations to encourage guest loyalty.

Assists in supervising team members with efforts relating to recruitment, orientation, training, scheduling, performance management, counseling, and other team member relations issues.

Maintains knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform any position in the department.

Prepares foods according to specifications and quality standards established in recipes and procedures.

Prepares equipment and food based on forecasted needs and events.

Maintains working knowledge of all kitchen machinery operations.

Maintains updated knowledge related to current menu options, preparation methods and techniques, and ingredients.

Maintains inventory controls and dates all incoming products.

Assists in monitoring and upholding policies and procedures for safety of guests and team members.

Assists in maintaining cleanliness throughout the department.

Assists team members and other departments as needed to contribute to operational efficiency.

Performs additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to handle stressful situations with poise and professionalism.

Strong leadership and a professional image.

Conduct work-related functions in a professional manner.