Sous Chef

Ridgewells Catering -
Bethesda, MD

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Job Details

Full-time
$68,000 - $72,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Computer operation
Assisting with meal planning
Maintaining an organized workspace
Food service health code compliance
Specialty dish recipe development
Team leadership
Menu concept development
Mid-level
Culinary Arts
Food service inventory management
Food safety sanitizing procedures
HACCP
Task prioritization
Staff training
Kitchen staff training
Employee relations management
Production management
Cleaning
Implementing quality control processes for products
Computer skills
Managing kitchen staff
Food ordering
Business operations
Task assignment
Leadership
2 years
Delegation

Full Job Description

The Sous Chef is responsible for managing the day-to-day food production for our high-volume operation, servicing a wide variety of high-end off-premise events and contract accounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Manage a team to produce consistent, high-quality products, and maintain quality standards as per the Executive Chef
Ensure kitchen operations are organized, clean and efficient
Effectively manage employees to maximize productivity and meet established food preparation deadlines within budget
Assist in the development of new and innovative culinary concepts and participate in menu planning, working closely with the Executive Chef and Production Chef
Reviews daily/weekly production with Production Chef
Manages inventory and puts in daily order lists.
Train new kitchen employees and ensure the entire staff practices safe and sanitary food handling procedures per HAACP and ServSafe guidelines
Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business.

A minimum of 2 years’ management experience required.
Culinary degree is a plus.
Proven record in managing high-end, high-volume kitchen operations; thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to prioritize, teach and delegate
Team player with a positive, helpful personality and strong employee-relation skills
Working knowledge of computer applications; experience using CaterXpert a plus
Management and leadership skills.
Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Ability to work efficiently in a multi-tasking, time-sensitive, fast-paced environment
Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results

BENEFITS:

Health insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
401K Retirement Plan

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