Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated Sous Chef to lead and oversee our culinary operations and to be a part of a growing restaurant group. This dynamic role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in food service management, fine dining, catering, and restaurant operations. As a sous chef, you will be responsible for ensuring exceptional food quality, maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation, managing teams effectively, and driving operational excellence across all culinary departments. Your leadership will inspire teams to deliver memorable dining experiences while optimizing costs and inventory control. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a deep love for the food industry, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise culinary teams across various departments, including kitchen staff and catering teams, fostering a collaborative and motivated work environment
- Oversee food production processes, ensuring high-quality food preparation that aligns with menu standards and customer expectations
- Manage inventory control, including ordering, stock rotation, and waste reduction to maximize efficiency and minimize costs
- Develop and implement menu planning strategies that highlight innovative dishes while maintaining cost control and profitability
- Enforce strict food safety protocols, sanitizing procedures, and hygiene standards to ensure compliance with health regulations
- Coordinate services, catering events, and fine dining experiences by supervising setup, service flow, and guest satisfaction
- Oversee shift management duties such as scheduling staff rotations, monitoring performance, and ensuring smooth daily operations
- Maintain comprehensive records of food handling procedures, inventory levels, and sanitation audits to support operational transparency
Skills
- Proven supervising experience managing diverse culinary teams in fast-paced environments
- Expertise in food production, menu planning, cooking techniques, and kitchen management
- Demonstrated leadership skills in hospitality settings with a focus on team management and staff development
- Fine dining experience complemented by knowledge of catering services and restaurant management principles
- Proficiency in inventory management, cost control measures, and food safety sanitizing procedures
- Skilled in food handling practices with a thorough understanding of health regulations and sanitation standards
- Experience in managing kitchen operations including shift management, food service coordination, and culinary innovation
- Knowledge of the food industry trends related to catering, restaurant service, and culinary excellence
- Ability to lead by example in serving guests with professionalism while maintaining high standards of hospitality
- Bartending skills are a plus for overseeing beverage service during events or within restaurant settings
Join us as an Executive <PERSON> where your culinary expertise will elevate our dining experiences! We value energetic leaders who are passionate about the food industry—ready to inspire teams, innovate menus, ensure safety standards are met—and create memorable moments for every guest. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping our success while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the hospitality world.
Pay: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
