Sous Chef
On-siteLas Vegas, Nevada, United States
Job Summary
Supervise kitchen operations in conjunction with, and in the absence of, the Executive Chef, ensuring all food production workers perform duties per company standards. Effectively manage kitchen staff, provide supportive leadership, and train employees to adhere to sanitation requirements and policies. Assist in creating weekly schedules for hourly back-of-house employees and direct food production using a hands-on approach. Manage daily ordering, receiving, and inventory levels while participating in recipe development and maintaining core recipe files. Monitor production areas for safety, sanitation, and cleanliness, and conduct departmental orientation for new hires. File paperwork correctly, complete daily tasks timely, and ensure proper stock across all stations.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a post-secondary culinary arts program, or equivalent experience, preferably in a supervisory role
- Must have basic knowledge of computers, computer programs, and technology in general
- Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
- Possess a strong familiarity with food service regulations and proper food handling procedures
- Demonstrate strong operational skills and impeccably high standards of service
- Must possess a valid Food Handler Card at the time of hire
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel; and Restaurant POS Systems
- Provide excellent customer service skills and the ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
- Be able to multi-task, manage time efficiently, possess excellent communication skills, maintain a positive attitude and a professional demeanor and have a strong work ethic
- Must have a flexible schedule, available to work daytime, evening and/or weekend shifts
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common standardized measurements, recipes, and financial reports
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) with some walking and occasional sitting
- Be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Desired Qualifications
- Expected to continue self-education of food trends through networking, books and periodicals
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