Sous Chef | Fine Dining Steakhouse

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to help lead the culinary team of a Fine Dining Steakhouse. As a Sous Chef, you will play a critical role in maintaining the highest culinary standards, assisting the executive chef in menu creation, and leading a team of talented chefs.

Responsibilities:

• Culinary Excellence: Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and quality.
• Kitchen Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and plating. Maintain a strong focus on efficiency, organization, and cleanliness, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Team Leadership: Lead and inspire a team of skilled chefs, sous chefs, and kitchen staff. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and encourage creativity and culinary passion.
• Quality Control: Maintain rigorous quality control throughout the kitchen. Conduct regular inspections to ensure the highest standards of food storage, handling, and cleanliness. Implement corrective actions as needed to maintain exceptional sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Training and Development: Assist in training and developing kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, plating presentations, and adherence to recipes and standards. Conduct regular training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge within the kitchen team.
• Food Cost and Inventory Control: Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management team to manage food costs, monitor inventory levels, minimize waste, and ensure effective portion control. Implement comprehensive inventory management practices.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Direct Deposit
• 401K
• Comprehensive Health benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Excellent room for growth and advancement
• Employee Discounts

Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years culinary management experience in a Fine Dining/Upscale setting
• Exceptional culinary skills with a deep understanding of fine dining cuisine.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Creative mindset and a passion for culinary innovation.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

If you are a talented and motivated Sous Chef with a passion for creating extraordinary fine dining experiences, we want to hear from you.

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