Sous Chef

Are you passionate about food? Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our team and assist the executive chef with daily kitchen tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the executive chef in preparing and cooking specialized menu items using Frankly Pizza recipes.
• Plan and build new menu items/specials in collaboration with the executive chef.
• Ensure that ingredients are fresh, well-organized, and ready for use.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Train and mentor new and existing staff.
• Ensure that the kitchen is properly cleaned on a regular schedule, food is disposed of properly and the kitchen meets all sanitary standards.
• Keeping tabs on food cost, waste, and employee hours.
• Handle day to day inventory of prepped food, dry goods, and cooked foods and supplies.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels by ordering all kitchen materials and restaurant supplies as needed
• Create and maintain schedule for kitchen staff.
• Ensure proper food temperatures are maintained and food is labeled stored correctly.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, including utensils, equipment, and workstations.
• Follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a restaurant kitchen, preferably fine dining, is required.
• At least 5 years as sous chef or manager of a restaurant kitchen is required.
• Experience with classical French cooking techniques is a plus.
• Training and mentoring experience.
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions.
• The ability to apply industry best practices.
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS).
• Passion for food, especially pizza, and a desire to learn.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Positive attitude, excellent communication, and a love for creating great food.