Sous Chef

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sous Chef to join our vibrant culinary team. In this pivotal role, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. Your energetic leadership will inspire the kitchen staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences, whether in fine dining settings, catering events, or banquet functions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise, manage diverse food production tasks, and contribute to a lively hospitality environment where teamwork and innovation thrive.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to meet quality standards.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment focused on efficiency and excellence.
• Oversee food safety sanitizing procedures and ensure compliance with all health regulations.
• Manage inventory control and food management processes to minimize waste and optimize costs.
• Support menu planning and contribute creative ideas for new dishes or specials that align with the restaurant’s concept.
• Coordinate catering events, banquets, and large-scale food production with precision and attention to detail.
• Monitor shift management activities, including staffing levels, task delegation, and ensuring timely service delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fine dining environments with strong culinary skills and leadership capabilities.
• Demonstrated supervising experience within a busy kitchen setting.
• Extensive background in food production, catering, banquet service, and restaurant management.
• Knowledge of dietary department procedures and dietary restrictions handling.
• Expertise in inventory management, cost control, and food safety sanitizing procedures.
• Skilled in food handling, preparation, cooking techniques, and menu planning.
• Strong team management abilities with excellent communication skills; experience managing shifts is preferred.
• Familiarity with hospitality standards and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.

Join us as a Sous Chef where your culinary talent will flourish in a lively atmosphere dedicated to excellence!

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person