Summary: As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing culinary operations within the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation. This leadership position requires a seasoned culinary professional with excellent management skills, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to maintaining a positive kitchen culture. The Sous Chef plays a crucial role in staff training and overall kitchen efficiency. The ideal candidate must be an experienced restauranteur with a proven track record for managing successful casual-elegant and polished dining.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure menu items are cost-effective, reflecting a balance between quality and profitability.
- Supervise and lead the kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, receivers, porters, and dishwashers.
Must Haves:
- Culinary Degree or equivalent culinary certification preferred.
- 3+ years in a culinary leadership role, preferably as a Sous Chef.
- In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques and flavors
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Timekeeping and Scheduling
- Knowledge of food safety and health regulations
- Customer-centric
- Ability to effectively handle employee relations.
- Acute business & financial acumen
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements with wage & hour, scheduling, etc.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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