Sous Chef

Asian Restaurant Sous Chef - Three-Time Michelin Gourmand Recognized Restaurant

We are seeking a skilled and passionate cook to join our prestigious restaurant, recognized three times by Michelin Bib Gourmand. If you have experience in upscale restaurants, hotels, cruise ships, or high-volume food service facilities, and possess a cook apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

To Apply:

Please submit your resume or reply to this post to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate all activities at your workstation, dedicated to preparing and cooking food for various outlets.
• Maintain and enforce the restaurant's high standards, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes.
• Assist the Team Leader in daily operations, including profitability, expense control, purchasing, merchandising, labor management, regulatory compliance, and special projects.
• Lead and develop team members through training, mentorship, and quality control.

Key Job Duties:

• Assist with the preparation and display of high-quality foods, as established by the Chef de Cuisine.
• Operate your assigned station as needed, ensuring all stations are properly set prior to service.
• Train and guide staff to adhere to the restaurant's quality standards.
• Ensure food is handled, processed, and stored in compliance with the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) program and in accordance with Florida health and safety regulations.
• Maintain excellent customer relations, particularly in public areas of the restaurant.
• Report any questionable product issues to the Chef, maximizing product utilization and minimizing waste.
• Step in for the Chef de Cuisine when necessary.
• Assist with ordering and receiving supplies, as well as other duties as assigned.
• Create new dishes and menus based on business needs.
• Anticipate ingredient needs and arrange restocking as required.
• Ensure a productive kitchen flow that upholds the restaurant's high standards.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including Florida's sanitation protocols and OSHA standards.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment, proper usage, and maintenance.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with management, staff, and guests.
• Completion of a culinary or cook apprenticeship program preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong interpersonal, motivational, and team-building skills.
• Ability to teach and mentor others in a positive, constructive manner.
• Proficient in email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures applicable to the food industry.

Qualifications:

• Experience working as a sous chef or chef.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment, processes, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and step in when needed.
• Adaptable to high-traffic kitchen environments.
• Experience managing food and labor costs.
• Strong decision-making and leadership skills.

Additional Information:

• This is a salaried position requiring 50 to 60 hours of work per week.
• The position is based in Florida and is subject to all state and federal employment laws.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

At-Will Employment:

Please note that employment with our company is at-will, meaning either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as allowed by state law.

We look forward to receiving your application! If you have any questions, please email kelly@madphucs.co.

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