What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at The Park Country Club of Buffalo Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : POSITION SUMMARY
Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking food.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Observes kitchen staff engaged in preparing, portioning and garnishing foods to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing and sizes of portions follow Park Club's standards.
Provides instructions to cooking personnel in fine points of cooking.
Cooks and carves meats, and prepares dishes, such as sauces, during rush periods and for banquets and other special events.
Responsible for the successful execution of banquet events and / or a la carte service.
Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef
Secures area and checks coolers at the end of shift.
Coordinate with Chef & Sous Chefs on food and BOH item purchases
Creating and placing orders with vendors, specifying quantities, delivery dates, and specs.
Manage incoming deliveries & insuring purchases are stocked in appropriate location.
Negotiate prices with suppliers to secure best possible prices on ingredients based on sales volume
Inspect deliveries upon arrival to verify quality and quantity of goods received, rejecting items that do not meet standards
Monitoring stock levels of F & B items to prevent overstocking or shortages, ensuring proper FIFO of inventory
Collaborating with chefs to source ingredients consistent with menu changes and seasonal availability
Managing production, quantity and quality, including but not limited to, various stocks, soups, and sauces
Manage production for satellite F&B operations within the property, Halfway House & Pool House.
Maintain safe standards for food and dry goods storage & storage areas.
Requirements :
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and / or perform to the best of their ability.
Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
Education
Associate's Degree (two year college or technical school)
Experience
Three to seven years related experience
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, inventory and order processing systems
Certificates & Licenses
ACF Apprenticeship or Culinary School graduate
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Abilities Lift / Carry
Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs. or less F (Frequently)
Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs. F (Frequently)
Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs. F (Frequently)
Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs. F (Frequently)
Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs. N (Not Applicable)
Reach Above Shoulder C (Constantly)
Climb C (Constantly)
Crawl N (Not Applicable)
Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)
Bend F (Frequently)
Push / Pull
12 lbs. or less F (Frequently)
13-25 lbs. F (Frequently)
26-40 lbs. F (Frequently)
41-100 lbs. F (Frequently)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs / day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs / day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs / day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Distance, Color)
Sense of Sound (Must be able to hear other people talking)
Sense of Smell
Sense of Taste
Benefits :
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee Golf Privileges
Discounts on merchandise / apparel in the golf shop
Ongoing training and development
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold (non weather) and extreme heat (non weather and weather related)
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