Job Description
Job Summary The Banquet Sous Chef
In coordination with the Executive Chef is responsible for the execution of all Banquet / Events for Tower Club Fort Lauderdale as well as the managing of back of house staff during certain a la carte services. The Banquet Sous Chef functions as a liaison between the frontline kitchen staff, the Executive Chef and the front of house management team. They will attend all BEO meetings and be responsible for having a full understanding of all information provided at these meetings.
Essential Job Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks
Include the following; other duties may be assigned.
- Follow all standards set by the Executive Chef
- Handle all food products with respect and follow all food safety laws and guidelines
- Follow all Invited policies and standards
- Lead by example
- Be an active and positive Member of the Culinary team
Employees
Ensures employees are punching in / out at the correct timesMay create and maintain schedules for all kitchen employees, coordination with the Executive ChefTrain all new and current employees on proper techniques, plating, and organization within departmentAssist with providing a safe and comfortable work environment that is free of harassmentSolicit feedback and input on operational, employee and guest service mattersProduct Quality and Consistency
Responsible for food quality and consistency of the highest possible standardAssists in creating new seasonal Banquet / Event menu items in coordination with the Executive ChefOversees prep production and delegates any oversights / additionsOversees line prep and production making sure cooks are organized and on taskConducts pre-service walk-through ensuring Banquet / Event is ready to be servedCoordinates service, overseeing quality and consistency of all food items during Banquet / EventOrganizes and delegates tasks to maintain an organized, clean, and efficiently running kitchen at all timesEnsure all departmental ingredients are ordered, received and maintained according to policy, par levels and storage considerationTeamwork, Participation and Attitude
Participate in a culture that is based on positive attitude, open communication and conversation that promotes teambuilding, a rewarding atmosphere and a high level of morale
Be available to work above and beyond your scheduled hours in case of larger prep needs, employee shortage,mishaps, or emergencies
Adhere to appropriate company uniform standardsCommunicates any receiving or prep project issuesExecutes any specific duties assigned by the Executive ChefFacility and Equipment
Adhere to all health department regulations as they relate to proper heating, cooling, storing, prep, methods, etcKeeps all areas of the kitchen clean and organizedAssist in the areas of safety, sanitary, organizational and overall atmosphere and conditions of the kitchen environmentManage and control all kitchen equipment use and upkeepFinancial
Helps maintain targeted departmental food costsHelps maintain targeted departmental labor costsProperly store and rotate product to reduce waste and ensure freshnessAdhere to portion control standards in order to maintain accurate food cost and consistencyMinimize waste during kitchen prep time and service through utilization, proficient knife skills, and adherence to recipes and proper cooking methodsFeedback
Effectively communicate all operational information, staffing needs, guest related comments and concerns, employee comments, performance and disciplinary information to appropriate level of management; Executive Chef, Food and Beverage Director, General Manager, Human Resource Manager, etc.Maintain an adequate level of personal contact with employees and guests. Solicit feedback to improve overall restaurant operations and marketability.