What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef - Ro position at CBFS Hyde Park?
Ro is looking to hire an organized and knowledgeable Sous Chef to manage our kitchen, mentor and train staff, and serve as a replacement in team members' absence. To ensure success at Ro, you should be creative, service-orientated, and level-headed. At Ro, innovation and ingredients are what set us apart. Behind our carefully crafted menu stands a team of highly trained chefs who have skillfully modernized traditional Asian dishes, revolutionizing the landscape of contemporary Asian cuisine.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Kitchen Management: Oversee food preparation, plating, and service to maintain consistency and quality.
- Staff Training: Mentor and train junior chefs, ensuring adherence to kitchen standards.
- Inventory & Cost Control: Manage ingredient sourcing, food costs, and waste reduction.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure proper sanitation, food handling, and adherence to safety regulations.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
- Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs
- Supervise kitchen staff’s activities
- Perform administrative duties
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Cooking Skills
- Advanced Knife Techniques: Precision cutting for fine dining presentation.
- Sauce & Stock Mastery: Ability to create complex, balanced sauces and broths.
- Plating & Presentation: Expertise in elegant, refined plating techniques.
- Specialty Cuisine Focus: Deep knowledge of modern and classic techniques across multiple cuisines.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent record of kitchen management
- Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
- Capable of delegating multiple tasks
- Communication and leadership skills
- Keep up with cooking trends and best practices
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
Background Requirements
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 3-5 years in a professional kitchen, preferably in fine dining.
- Strong leadership, organizational abilities, and expertise in high-end cooking techniques.
- Valid Food Manager Certificate
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.
Benefits:
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, vision, life
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Discount
- Referral Program
- Flexible Schedule
- Paid Training
- Free Parking
You can find us at 1500 Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33602!
