Sous Chef at Beauty & Essex

Overview: The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in operating clean, safe kitchen and dishroom facilities while meeting or exceeding food quality and speed of service requirements. Directly responsible for the entire kitchen and dishroom operations in the absence of the Chef.

Job Description:

Coordinates and supervises activities of employees engaged in preparing and cooking food.

Ensures raw ingredients are available and prepared for use in recipes.

Advises employees in preparation, proportion, and garnishing of foods.

Prepares, proportions, and garnishes foods.

Manages employees in a courteous and professional manner.

Estimates food consumption, food purchases, and kitchen supplies.

Must have a strong sense of urgency.

Must be alert in busy environment.

Monitors processes used by employees.

LEADERSHIP

Responsible for working with the Chef to create a cohesive team within the kitchen.

Must have a positive presence within the kitchen and the restaurant as a role model and a member of the management team.

Maintains a positive “win-win” attitude.

Always working to improve the restaurant.

Supports all decisions made by the management team and presents a united front to the staff.

PRODUCTION

Responsible for assisting the Chef in setting appropriate prep levels and managing production.

Must have knowledge of and be able to perform in any line position, as needed.

Production of special items, soups, and intensive menu items.

Expected to offer guidance and direction to line cooks on a continual basis, particularly in the execution of food for large, private parties.

ADMINISTRATION

Responsible for assisting the Chef in all administrative duties, including but not limited to:

Scheduling

Ordering

Training

Documentation (i.e. employee evaluations, write ups, new hire packets, and separation notices)

QUALITY ASSURANCE & SANITATION

Ensures the strict adherence to standards of quality for food served, including:

Freshness

Proper handling & storage

Proper use of techniques and cooking procedures

Taste

Portion Size

Presentation

Experience/Skills:

Strong Communication skills.

Previous Management experience.

Ability to multi task, work in a fast paced environment.

Passion and ability to coach, lead and mentor staff.

Benefits:

$500 signing bonus once you complete the first 90 days of employment.

Paid time off

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance