The Alinea Group seeks a Sous Chef to join our team at the Aviary in Chicago.The ideal candidate must have previous Sous Chef experience in a fine dining environment. This role requires dedication, passion, creativity, and the ability to persevere through challenging services while constantly striving to maintain the standards of The Alinea Group and our leaders.
Excellent Compensation, Bonus and Benefits.
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated. If you require a reasonable accommodation protected by law, please discuss with the HR department.
- 2 years+ as Sous Chef in a fine dining restaurant
- Knowledge of national and international restaurants/bars of similar standing
- 50-60 hours per week.
- Manage daily kitchen operations including, but not limited to:
- Ability to teach and run all stations with precision and consistency
- Daily inventory and ordering
- Auditing all kitchen areas and staff for compliance with health code
- Assisting with staff training and further education
- Assisting with staff scheduling
- Lead by example and maintain positive work environment
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
- Must be able to work on your feet for at least 10 hours.
- Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the restaurant to another.
- Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 35 pounds.
- Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required.
- Must be able to stand, walk, lift, bend and climb stairs for long periods of time.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, reach, push, twist, walk, crouch, and squat.
Benefits
- Salary - Competitive wages and benefits
- Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st of the month following full-time employment. EE only health benefits cover at 100%.
- Paid time off.
- 401(K) with a company match up to 4% of deferred earnings.
- CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment.
- Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant.
- Referral and End of Year Bonus Program Available.
The Alinea Group values diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. Must be eligible to legally work in the United States. We use E-Verify.
