Sous Chef - Sous Chef

Join our dynamic team at Motek! 

Motek, a part of Happy Corner Hospitality Collective, is an Israeli-Mediterranean concept restaurant that prides ourselves on delivering exceptional service and culinary experiences to our valued customers. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, and we're currently seeking passionate individuals to join our back-of-house team.

Position Overview:
As a sous chef, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our kitchen. From food preparation to maintaining cleanliness and adhering to safety standards, your contributions will directly impact our ability to deliver outstanding dining experiences. You will be responsible for ensuring the line is running efficiently, quality control, supporting back-of-house staff, and being the line of communication from the front of the operation to the back.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients and assist in food production following recipes and restaurant guidelines.

• Manages the line efficiently.

• Ensures all stations are stocked correctly.

• Quality control: Ensuring the food is always fresh and up to standard.

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.

• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate orders and ensure timely service.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years managing a fast-paced kitchen environment. (Experience with Mediterranean food is a plus.)

• A culinary school diploma is a plus.

• Knowledgeable on food safety guidelines.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

• Bilingual (not required however, it is a huge plus.)

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Amazing insurance benefits.

• Opportunities for advancement.

• Employee discounts.

• A positive work culture that values teamwork and professional growth.

If you're passionate about food and dedicated to delivering excellence, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Morning shift

• Night shift

NO TELEPHONE CALLS OR AGENCIES. Only local candidates will be contacted; there is no relocation for this position. Immediate Openings.

We Encourage a Diverse Workforce: Motek believes that a diversified group of associates contributes to a culture of values, team spirit, and company growth. We feel this helps us to adapt to and embrace the diverse cultures and beliefs of our customers and the communities in which we live, work, and do business in. If you’re looking for a company that respects your unique merits, professionalism, and skills, we’d like to talk to you.

We thank all who apply, but only those candidates who meet the position requirements will be contacted. Motek conducts all employment-related activities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local employment discrimination laws. We participate in e-verify and verify all who work for Motek are legally able to work in the US.