Sous Chef

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Sous Chef, where passion meets precision in delivering exceptional dining experiences. In this role, you will lead and inspire kitchen staff, oversee food production, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation. Whether managing fine dining menus or catering operations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping memorable culinary moments for our guests. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while maintaining a vibrant and energetic kitchen environment that thrives on teamwork and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment focused on excellence and collaboration
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring dishes meet quality standards and are delivered promptly to guests
• Manage inventory control, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs
• Develop and plan menus that highlight creativity while adhering to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines
• Enforce food safety protocols, sanitizing procedures, and cleanliness standards to ensure compliance with health regulations

Skills

• Extensive culinary experience with a strong background in fine dining and catering environments
• Proven supervising experience with the ability to manage teams effectively in high-pressure settings
• Deep knowledge of food safety sanitizing procedures and sanitation standards in commercial kitchens
• Expertise in menu planning, food production, and food service management including banquet and restaurant operations
• Strong inventory management skills with experience in inventory control and cost management strategies
• Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and develop kitchen staff
• Familiarity with kitchen management systems, shift management, and food industry best practices

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person