Sous Chef

Now Hiring!!! Please start inquiring NOW! Job description ***Compensation*** Starting at $75K + / DOE **Overview:** The Sous-Chef at Red O Taste of Mexico restaurants will oversee kitchen operations in a high-volume, fine-dining Mexican restaurant setting. Responsibilities include menu planning, staff management, ensuring high-quality food production, scheduling, financial control, and assisting the executive chef. **Key Responsibilities:**

• Manage kitchen operations to ensure efficient food production and adherence to quality standards.
• Create and maintain kitchen schedules to optimize staffing and workflow.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery of fresh ingredients and manage inventory levels.
• Input invoices and maintain financial controls, ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines up to $14.5 million.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain a high level of culinary proficiency and teamwork.
• Uphold sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area.

**Requirements:**

• Proven experience as a sous-chef in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Experience in managing budgets and controlling costs.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of Mexican cuisine and culinary techniques is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: Starting at $75,000.00 per year Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Experience level: 3 years Shift: 10 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Night shift Supplemental pay types: Salary & Bonus opportunities Weekly day range: Every weekend Monday to Friday Work setting: Fine dining restaurant Experience: Culinary experience: 3 years (Required) Language: Bilingual - English/Spanish (Preferred but not required) Ability to Commute: Thousand Oaks (westlake village, Ca 91362 Work Location: In person