Position Summary

The Executive Sous Chef oversees operations in the kitchen as well as the kitchen staff. Manages the day-to-day food production for our high-volume operation, servicing a wide variety of high-end off-premise events and contract accounts. Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:

RESPONSIBILITIES: Other responsibilities include, but not limited to

• Manages a team to produce consistent, high-quality products, and maintains quality standards as per the Executive Chef.
• Effectively manages employees to maximize productivity and meet established food preparation deadlines within budget.
• Assist in the development of new and innovative culinary concepts and participates in menu planning, working closely with the Executive Chef and sales team.
• Supervises kitchen staff and coordinates the food production process.
• Trains sous chefs and other staff, assisting with food preparation.
• Establishes working schedules and assess staff’s performance.
• Checks quality of the work of line cooks.
• Formulates new ideas and evaluates opportunities.
• Solves any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation.
• Helps maintain food cost, and supervises storage, stocking, and sanitation procedures.
• Enforces health and safety standards inspecting the kitchen for any violations.
• Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Culinary degree, plus a minimum of 2 years management experience required.

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 is required.

Team player with a positive, helpful personality and strong employee-relation skills is needed.

Working knowledge of computer applications; experience using CaterXpert a plus

Management and leadership skills is required.

Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks is needed.

Highly organized and detail-oriented is a must.

Ability to work efficiently in a multi-tasking, time-sensitive, fast-paced environment is required.

Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results a must.