What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef, The Department at Hudsons Detroit position at Forte Belanger?
Sous Chef, The Department at Hudson's Detroit
Department: The Department 800431
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: The Department
Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Sous Chef will be successful when
Culinary Excellence
Who You Are
Department: The Department 800431
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: The Department
Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Sous Chef will be successful when
- They consistently execute high-quality culinary preparation and team management within a professional, high-volume kitchen.
- They demonstrate expertise in culinary fundamentals, including time-temperature control, scratch kitchen techniques, and effective food preparation.
- They lead and develop a team to meet and exceed production and event standards.
- They embody Continental's commitment to quality, consistency, and professionalism while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Culinary Excellence
- Collaborate with Executive Chefs to create and execute exceptional food and event production.
- Prepare menu items adhering to standardized recipes to ensure consistency in high-volume production.
- Maintain accurate production records, label items properly, and ensure compliance with time-temperature control standards.
- Monitor portion control and follow the process of all items being prepared
- Keep accurate production records- record any ingredient over requisitions or shortages
- Manage and guide a team to promote efficiency, quality, and adherence to Continental's high standards.
- Set daily goals, hold team members accountable, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide training to team members on safety, sanitation, and culinary techniques to enhance their skills and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Establish and maintain a good rapport with staff, administrators and the public
- Oversee and enforce safety and sanitation practices, ensuring the kitchen is clean, organized, and "show-ready" at all times.
- Monitor and document temperature logs for coolers and freezers.
- Coordinate proper ordering of supplies and maintain inventory to meet production needs efficiently.
- Champion and adhere to all Company standards and policies including the Code of Conduct, Attendance and Uniform and Appearance policy
- Resolution oriented/ protects Company assets; prevent/diffuse situations that create potential risks to the Organization
- Other duties as assigned
Who You Are
- A culinary professional with 3-5 years of experience in a scratch kitchen and at least 1 year of people management experience.
- Proficient in culinary fundamentals, high-volume preparation, and time-temperature control.
- A team-oriented leader with the ability to organize, motivate, and guide a team to achieve results.
- Strong communicator with excellent organizational skills.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
- Positive, adaptable, and committed to professional and personal growth.
- Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience in a professional scratch kitchen.
- 3-5 years of culinary experience, including 1 years in a leadership or management role.
- Proven experience with large kitchens, banquets, or off-premise catering preferred.
- Serve Safe Certified (or willingness to obtain certification within the first 3 months, provided by Continental).
- Proficient with electronic communication and industry-related systems.
- Availability to work a seasonal, event-driven schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.