Job Description
Job Description
JOB OVERVIEW
As the Sous Chef, you will be commanding the kitchen. You will oversee proper preparation, excellent product and profit and labor cost.
JOB EXPECTATIONS
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :
Assist Executive Chef to plan, direct, oversee the restaurant’s kitchen operations and kitchen staff; Assist Executive Chef to develop menus and create specialty dishes and recipes; monitor food preparation to ensure that food is prepared and presented in accordance with health and safety regulations and highest standards in the industry; Assist Executive Chef with cooking procedures and kitchen operations to enhance efficiency and guest experience within cost controls and budget.
Culinary :
- Assist Executive Chef to develop recipes, menus, and determine best methods for execution.
- Assist Executive Chef to review menus and analyze recipes to determine labor and overhead costs.
- Collaborate with management to assign prices to menu items.
- Assist in food preparation and oversee quality standards are maintained in all aspects of culinary experience.
- Discuss menu planning and regular daily kitchen agenda with kitchen staff.
Training, Development, and Management of Kitchen Staff.
Train and educate staff on food preparation and cooking methods and adjustments to be made for new menu items and changes in procedures for current menu items; monitor and hold staff accountable for implementing the changes.Provide hands-on teaching and training for kitchen staff.Assist Executive Chef to develop and implement strategies for improving staff performance and food quality.Assist in creating weekly schedules based on projected business demands and volume as well as actively manage schedule day to day.Assist Executive Chef to interview, manage, train, recommend disciplinary action, promotions, and raises for kitchen staff.Enforce restaurant uniform and grooming standards, and jewelry policy.Manage Kitchen Operations :
Assist Executive Chef with operations of the kitchen, including compliance to health codes, food cost management, and vendor / supplier contracts.Follow all health and safety regulations maintain hygiene and kitchen sanitation.Monitor food storage, cooking methods, food preparation and timely service to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.Assist Executive Chef with daily tracking of invoices, revenue, and labor to meet financial targets.Assist Executive Chef with vendors orders, product specifications, and delivery schedules.Assist Executive Chef with kitchen equipment maintenance and repairs.Assist Executive Chef to improve work procedures and operational needs to determine best methods to improve service, performance, and safety procedures in the kitchen.Assist Executive Chef to manage budget and inventory, review costs of food and supplies, financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted.Assist Executive Chef to estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption to determine amounts to be purchased.Guest Relations :
Provide excellent guest service consistent with Company's core service standards and brand attributes when on the restaurant floor.Professionally resolve guest complaints with food or service.Promote Restaurant Through Social Media Engagement and Digital Marketing Channels .Actively engage with customer review sites such as Yelp.Use social media content to promote the restaurant using various digital formats such as posting photos, videos, live stories, digital ads, etc.Perform all other job-related duties as requested.Administrative and Legal :
Assist Executive Chef to ensure all permits and licenses are maintained, up to date and posted, as required by law.Monitor compliance with food, health, and fire regulations regarding business operations, wages, food storage, preparation, and storage and liquor.Monitor and take measures to minimize potential contractual, safety, and employment liability.Assist Executive Chef to efficiently administer human resources functions and maintain employee records in accordance with direction from Human Resources.Ensure that team members have all required certification validated (Health Card, TAM Card – Alcohol Awareness).Assist Executive Chef with all government agency inquiries.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position supervises Cooks, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, etc.
REQUIREMENTS
Prior experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume restaurant preferred.Prior kitchen management experience.High school diploma or equivalent.Must possess a Food Handler Safety Training Card.Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.Knowledge of menu and resource planning for high end restaurants.Knowledge of seasonal ingredients and recipes.Knowledge of flavor conformity and palatability of dishes.Excellent customer service skills and strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.Ability to manage kitchen operations and supervise staff.Ability to maintain a positive and enthusiastic disposition and create a collaborative and respectful work environment for all team members.Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.Ability to interpret a profit and loss statement.Ability to stay focused and make quick decisions while working in a fast paced and time pressured environment.Ability to always maintain a clean and professional appearance.Ability to navigate various surfaces and tight spaces in a restaurant environment.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENCES, REGISTRATIONS
Must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.Alcohol Awareness Card (TAM)Food Handlers Card (Health Card)ServSafe CertificationMust be able to work under time constraints and within established deadlines.Must regularly lift and / move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment and exposed to various environmental factors such as but not limited to noise, dust and smoke.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hoursPhysically able to walk without assistance on various surfaces for an extended period of time.WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment and exposed to various environmental factors such as but not limited to noise, dust and smoke.Clique Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Clique Hospitality makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.