Sous Chef

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Position Overview

This Sous Chef is responsible for the day-to-day culinary operations; including, but not limited to, assisting with menu creation, maintenance of quality standards, and supervising storage, stocking, and sanitation procedures. This position will oversee, mentor, and develop a team of Food Service professionals in the front of the house.

Hours :

Monday - 2 : 30 PM - 1 : 00 AM

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - 12 : 30 PM - 11 : 00 PM

Essential Duties

Include but are not limited to the following :

• Provide the highest quality of service at all times.
• Assist with updates, changes, and additions to recipe file.
• Follow Exact Sciences standards for food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
• Review production sheets as a planning tool for purchasing.
• Work with Executive Chef on ordering all food and supplies.
• Work with leadership to ensure best use of inventory and leftovers to achieve budgeted food cost.
• Review inventory levels and report to leadership.
• Ensure stations are stocked and set up correctly.
• Assign and complete required prep work a day in advance.
• Assist team members with prep work and cleaning responsibilities, as needed.
• Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order.
• Ensure food products and presentation are of the highest quality and are prepared to serve in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products and stock product to par level.
• Assume role of Executive Chef in their absence.
• Ensure kitchen operates in a timely way that meets quality needs.
• Keep team promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters. Take prompt corrective action when necessary or suggest alternative course of action.
• Comply with sanitation / safety standards within Food services and ensure all personnel follow safety / sanitation standards.
• Consistent demonstration of exceptional leadership qualities, including but not limited to the ability to attract and retain the best team, foster a culture of high performance, lead with integrity, humility, accountability, and courage, and set a clear vision to energize teams towards the future.
• Effectively manage, support, and guide your team, including, but not limited to delegating tasks and responsibilities, assess employee performance and provide helpful feedback and training opportunities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent internal and external facing customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; creative problem solver.
• Ability to work and contribute in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to service and hospitality excellence.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• High standards regarding culinary and service delivery.
• Ability to lead and motivate employees.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and / or weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds for approximately 20% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 10% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and / or perform typing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand / arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to travel 5% of working time away from work location, may include overnight / weekend travel.
• Ability to drive a vehicle between Exact Sciences locations as business needs require.

Minimum Qualifications

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Salary Range :

$67,000.00 - $119,000.00

The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - WI - Madison on a full-time basis. In addition, this position is bonus eligible.

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits .

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team, and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation, please contact us here .

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