MitchellCasteel A Fine Catered Affair has been the premier caterer of Raleigh for over 40 years. We have both an off-premise catering company as also operates the event facilities and restaurant at NC State's Dorothy & Roy Park Alumni Center is looking for a Catering Sous Chef to join our team in Raleigh, NC.
Job Description:
The Catering Sous Chef is responsible for directing the the preparation of catering & event food, ensuring sanitation standards are met, food and labor costs, and working with other departments to ensure that the food and service are delivered on time and prepared properly. The Catering Sous Chef reports directly with the Executive Chef producing high quality plates both in taste and design.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of food by following recipes, standard procedures, and procedures as assigned by the Executive Chef.
- Ensure that food is prepared according to the Executive Chef's instructions before, during, and after service.
- Ensure that food is stored properly in accordance with quality & safety procedures.
- Maintain Wake County Health Dept Food & Safety sanitation standards throughout the kitchen and catering setups ensuring that all kitchen staff are following all regulations regarding food safety, sanitation, and work environment practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.
- Ensure that all kitchen equipment is properly maintained, cleaned and sanitized.
- Ensure that all kitchen staff follows all state and local regulations regarding kitchen staff safety and issues related to the kitchen.
- Trains, schedules and supervises boh & foh catering staff.
- Works with Catering Sales team in menu and logistics planning.
- Works well under pressure
- Work with other departments to ensure that food arrives on time and meets MitchellCasteel A Fine Catered Affair standards for quality, freshness, packaging, temperature, presentation, and presentation.
- Other duties as assigned by Lead Sous Chef or Head Sous Chef.
Skills Required:
- 2+ years of experience as a Catering Sous Chef .
- Must hold ServSafe Certification.
- Demonstrates leadership skills, traits and characteristics.
- Demonstrates time management and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of culinary basics & advanced skills such as knife skills, cutting techniques, sanitation practices, food preparation and cooking methods.
- Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, Total Party Planner, Timeclock Plus, Canva preferred but not required.
- High school diploma required and formal culinary education is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- Culinary experience: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
