The Sous Chef is generally in charge of food production. He/she also supports the Executive Chef by completing projects as directed. The Sous Chef may be required to temporarily assume the duties of the Chef in his or her absence.
Job Duties:
Responsible for food production
Ensures adherence to all recipes guidelines to provide consistent quality, proper presentation technique and food safety standards, consults with Chef if there are any concerns.
Train new and existing kitchen staff on the preparation, arrangement and plating of dishes per the current menu
Ensure all staff members adhere to culinary standards and regulations
Track, record, and replenish inventory as needed
Cross-train kitchen staff on multiple stations
Assist Executive Chef with pricing menu items
Operates all kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
Follows facility and chef’s safe food handling guidelines.
Follows all sanitation and nutrition practices.
Follows all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures
Oversee and assist the kitchen staff in all aspects of food production
Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef or General Manager at any time.
Must wear approved manufacturer certified slip resistant or non-slip shoes at all times while working
Education/ Experience/ Skills:
3+ years culinary leadership in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
Experience operating a $10-15m/year kitchen or food production department
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Detailed oriented with a strong emphasis on accuracy and time management.
Ability to interface with various levels of management
Knowledge of best practices for training kitchen staff and implementing kitchen procedures
High level of creativity and reliability
Familiarity with menu costing procedures
Familiarity with receiving orders from vendors
Must be neatly dressed and well groomed in clean Company uniforms at all times.
Adherence to all Company and Safety Policies and Procedures.
Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate in English
Strong familiarity with OSHA and all local Department of Health Regulations.
PC literate with a working knowledge of Outlook, Esysco, and MS Excel preferred.
Travel Requirements:
Local travel required when considered necessary
Physical Demands:
Physical demands include light work, prolonged walking and/or standing along with the occasional exertion of up to 40lbs of force.
Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.
Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.
