Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for talented professionals to be a part of a dynamic team. We place a focus on professionalism, kindness, integrity, and a high level of confidentiality, with the goal to deliver best in class service while providing a positive working experience for its staff.

The Sous Chef plays a key role in the overall success of the culinary team. The Sous Chef prepares food ingredients and components for other chefs, handles kitchen sanitation and organization, and assists with various kitchen tasks to ensure a smooth workflow and timely meal service. Their duties include washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients; managing food inventory and storage; and adhering to food safety standards. They perform basic cooking while collaborating with the rest of the kitchen staff on more complicated menus. The ideal candidate is service-oriented, discreet, proactive, and experienced in high-end residential or hospitality settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Key Job Functions

• Prepare Cooking Ingredients needed for daily menus and or events
• Prepares and cooks food of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or events
• Undertake basic cooking duties and collaborate with the other chefs
• Follows a proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Provide support of any other culinary-related tasks as assigned
• Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assist in receiving items and taking inventory as required
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness stands in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board
• Follows proper handling and right temperature for all food products
• Maintain a clean, neat, and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins, and counters. Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor
• Operates ovens, stoves, grills, smoker, and fryer to prepare foods
• Assist in set-up / break down of work stations
• May assist by performing dishwasher or other kitchen duties as needed
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments

JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

COMPETENCIES

Dependable

Takes initiative

Salary Range

$74—$88 USD

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees as well as providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the various locations where we operate. We encourage applicants from all ages and backgrounds.