IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- Do you have a natural knack for training and coaching, with an ability to turn good cooks into great ones?
- Are you obsessed with making sure that every dish that leaves your kitchen is made 'just right'?
- Do you thrive on making sure your team is set up for success before the chaos of service kicks in?
- Are you able to adjust staffing on the fly when service is busier - or slower - than expected?
- Do you run a kitchen so clean, and so organized, that it sets the standard for everyone else to follow?
- Are you the type of person that takes your work seriously, but doesn't take yourself too seriously?
Yes?! Then YOU should join our team!
WHY WORK HERE? :
Here are some of the perks!
PPO medical, dental, & vision Insurance with 50% company contribution401K retirement savings plan w / 3% company match1 week of paid time offFlexible days off, typically back-to-backA generous, never-expires, $150 monthly food & drink allowanceA free, $25 dining allowance every day you workFree Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner boxes for you & your family - so you don't have to cook on the holidays!A 50% employee discount on food while you're workingA 20% employee discount on food & drinks anytime you're not working, for you & your whole tableAttendance at fun, "State of the Company" company events twice a yearAccess to lots of company-paid business coaching & resourcesAs a company, we run on EOS; so we're a collaborative, strategic, and winning team (i.e. no more meetings that just waste your time - promise!)Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & your birthday off, automaticallyThe opportunity to grow quickly with a forward-thinking company that regularly reinvests in itself and its peopleWHAT DOES A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE? :
RESPONSIBILITIES
As our Sous Chef, you'll have a seat on the kitchen management team. These are the results you'll be hired to accomplish :
Develop a Highly-Skilled Kitchen Team
You'll train and mentor a back-of-house
dream teamwith very hands-on, side-by-side coaching every shift. Every day, you'll be in the thick of it - teaching your team to master multiple stations, sharpening their kitchen skills, and giving on-the-spot feedback to help them grow a little bit more every day.Deliver Five-Star Food Quality, Every Time
You'll make sure that every plate that leaves the kitchen is
chef's kisstotally accurate, beautifully prepared, and perfectly plated - every damn time .Smooth Day-to-Day Kitchen Operations
You'll keep the kitchen running like a well-
butteredmachine - making sure stations are stocked before service, pre-shift checklists are complete, and everyone's in the loop on what's happening that shift. And when sht inevitability hits the fan? You're there, sleeves rolled up, ready to help.Real-Time Staffing & Labor Cost Control
Every shift, you'll keep labor costs in check by striking that 'just right' balance with just the
rightamount of cooks in the kitchen. Every shift, you'll make magic happen, without breaking the bank.Squeaky Clean & Organized Kitchen
Shift after shift, you'll make sure the kitchen stays fresh, organized, and so clean clean.
As a disclaimerThis is a dynamic position, in a rapidly-growing company, in an always-changing industry. That means that this position and its responsibilities will continue to change. So, if you're change-adverse, this job ain't it.That being said - if you're good with change, and are willing to grow right along with us - you'll love this job, and it'll love you right back.
The total compensation for this position will fall between $55000 - $65000 per year. which includes a base salary plus tips. (Yes, the kitchen gets tips too!) Base salary depends on relevant experience. Tips are based on your skill level, shifts worked, and how busy we are - the busier, the better!
WORK SCHEDULE
This position is full-time, with a semi-set schedule that allows for flexibility. This position will work the busiest shifts of the week, based on daily forecasted sales and special events. Days off are typically back-to-back. Our Sous Chef will work 5 days, and typically 45-ish hours per week.
WILL YOU FIT IN HERE?
Our team has been built - brick by brick - on shared core values. And no, they're not just bullsh
t words slapped on a wall - they're who we are - and they're non-negotiables for working here. You'll feel supercomfyand right at home if these words describe you :You Come With Batteries Included
You're a high-energy self-starter who jumps into action, and doesn't need hand-holding to get things done.
You're Scrappy
You're a resourceful problem solver who makes things happen; if there's no door, you get in through a window.
You Take Your Work Seriously
You take pride in your work, big and small, and you have a natural reflex to do things the
rightway.But, You Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously
You're a positive team player who's quick to laugh at your own mistakes, open to feedback, and humble about your wins.
And if these words
don'tdescribe you? You'll be decidedlyuncomfyhere. So, fair warning - If you're a cranky-ass problem-bringer who's cool with being super-mid at your job and needs constant hand holding... may we suggest... working literally anywhere else?JOB REQUIREMENTS :
Here are some of our must-haves & would-like-to-haves :
At least 3 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in high-volume, upscale-casual restaurantsAt least 1 year of high-volume restaurant experience in a Sous Chef, or equivalent, role - strongly preferredAn Associate's degree in the Culinary Arts, or equivalent work experienceIntermediate or better knife skills and familiarity with all core culinary techniques (grilling, roasting, braising, sauting, baking, etc.)Fundamental culinary knowledge, including ingredient seasonality, flavor pairing, and presentation techniquesPrevious experience with wood-fired cooking, a major plus!Must have a current ServSafe Manager CertificationMust be at least 21 years oldMust have open availability - including nights, weekends, and holidaysMust have the ability to regularly work 45-ish hours per weekPhysically able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and keep up with the pace of busy kitchenMust have a valid driver's license and sole access to a personal vehicleFamiliarity with Toast, 7Shifts, & Margin Edge, a major plus!
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
