Sous Chef

Position Summary: 

Assists the Executive Chef by ensuring that the kitchen provides nutritious, safe, eye appealing, properly flavored and seasoned food. Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment for all employees. Other duties involve the planning, organizing, controlling and supervision of food preparation. Assist in the establishment of quality standards, training of employees in cooking methods, presentation techniques, portion control and retention of nutrients.

This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative atmosphere and is eager to contribute to the success of our restaurant and banquet operations. 

Tasks and job duties, include, but are not limited to, the following: 

*Assist the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation activities.

* Be able to support any position in the kitchen that is in need of help.

* Instruct, train and supervise cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing or presentation of food.

* Ability to develop an effective working relationship with follow employees and supervisor.

* Prepare food for banquet as required following specification on banquet event orders.

* Maintain cleanliness and organized all storage areas.

* Ensure company standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, uniform guidelines and productivity are maintained.

* Assist with inventory

* Assist in the development of creative new food concept which ensures the highest quality food 

* Closely supervise the production to avoid potential waste of food, labor and loss of quality.

Perquisites:

Education: Trade and or high school diploma, preferably a hotel/restaurant or culinary degree. 

Experience: Previous hotel - related experience. Knowledge of food and beverage, management experience in food service operations. 

Physical:  Requires bending, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, manual dexterity, grasping, carrying, repetitive motions, visual acuity and hearing. Excellent written, verbal and listening skills to facilitate the communication process. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees, dining room staff and guests. Must be able to   stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods up to four hours in length.  Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular and continuing basis. 

Benefits:

We offer our eligible Associates a number of benefits to enhance their health and well-being:

• Group insurance including dental and vision 
• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays
• Referral Bonus
• Hotel discounts for - You, Your Friends and Your Family
• Voluntary benefits including accident, life and critical illness