Benefits:
Bonuses (quarterly) based on restaurant performance
Bonus (annual) based on individual performance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
801 Local St. Louis is hiring for a Sous Chef!
This is a full-time, restaurant management position that assists with overseeing the kitchen operations of our upscale, well-established fast-casual restaurant in Frontenac.
Total Compensation Package: 801 Restaurant Group offers a competitive total compensation package. Sous Chef receives an annual base salary (depending on experience) plus quarterly bonuses (based on restaurant performance) and an annual bonus (based on individual performance). *Don't worry! Chefs who join in November will receive bonus compensation for their restaurant's Q4 performance.
Position Requirements/Desired Experience for Sous Chef:
Minimum of 2 years prior experience as Sous Chef for a full-service, high volume, upscale dining establishment.
At least 5 years working in the kitchen of an upscale restaurant.
Ability to work all stations on the line.
Ability to draw upon invention, imagination, and originality in creating new dishes and menu items
Ability to understand and develop proficiency in restaurant accounting & financials, including opening & closing paperwork, inventory, invoice entry, weekly submittals, etc.
Ability to remain calm, professional and use good judgment under pressure.
Ability to successfully work/manage kitchen service in a fast-paced / high stress environment while remaining calm, professional and providing effective leadership to BOH team
Ability to handle knives, operate kitchen equipment, work with high heat/open flame
Ability to follow recipe & presentation guidelines while maintaining proper food safety & sanitation standards
Coordinate food orders to support timely / efficient delivery to each table.
Meet special guest requests while ensuring same high-quality standards
Ability to effectively communicate with both FOH & BOH teams in loud environment
Must have open availability (Mon-Sun), including days, nights, weekends & some holidays
Regular, predictable and reliable attendance
Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:
Physical ability to work on your feet, alertly, for extended periods of time
Continuous use of hands and arms
Continuous bending, reaching & twisting
Physical ability to frequently lift up to 50lbs
Ability to squat, kneel, and climb