Sous Chef

Il Lusso

Sous Chef

Tallahassee, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Direct Primary Care Coverage

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Wellness resources

    We are looking for a motivated Sous Chef to join our team! You will be assisting the Executive Chef/Owner and Chef de Cuisine in maintaining the operation of the kitchen. You will oversee all aspects of food preparation, employee management, quality control, product inventory, and kitchen maintenance.

    You are a natural leader with previous supervisory experience and a knowledge of fine dining cooking. You excel at mentoring and developing young cooks while leading by example.

    You care deeply about creating exceptional food and exceeding quality standards to create memorable dining experiences. You can manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere.

    Responsibilities:

    Prepare and cook foods of all types, including Italian, French, Latin, Asian, and US regional cuisines

    Oversee service for the main dining room as well as the private dining room and special ticketed pairing events

    Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, including planning and assigning work and establishing performance goals for team members

    Educate and train all team members in compliance with health laws and safety regulations

    Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, supplies, and labor costs

    Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

    Perform all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary

    Achieve and maintain company standards for quality and guest satisfaction

    Ensure proper storage of food and equipment, minimize waste, and control inventory

    Qualifications:

    Some college and/or advanced training in food and beverage management plus 1 year of related experience, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

    ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification, or willingness to obtain

    Must have advanced knowledge of food service regulations

    Must be organized, skilled with time management, and efficient in hot and cold line production

    Must be able to stand for 8+ hours per shift in an environment with extreme temperatures

    Skilled with the use of kitchen tools and/or machines needed for the position

    Able to lift, carry, or pull objects that may be heavy

    Complete our short application today!