Bruto of Id Est Hospitality is hiring an Executive Sous Chef! The Executive Sous Chef is a vital member of the culinary team, responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations. This role requires exceptional culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for creating outstanding dining experiences. The Executive Sous Chef collaborates closely with the Executive Chef to develop menus, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure the smooth functioning of the kitchen.

Responsibilities of the Executive Sous Chef: 

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and food presentation. Demonstrate expert culinary skills in the preparation and cooking of various dishes.

• Contribute creative ideas for menu enhancements, seasonal changes, and special events.

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient utilization of resources. Monitor food production, quality, and presentation, ensuring consistency and adherence to high standards.

• Supervise and train culinary staff, and provide guidance and mentorship. Provide constructive feedback and identify training needs.

• Foster a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and professional growth.

• Support the Executive Chef in managing food and labor costs while maximizing profitability. Monitor food inventory, conduct regular stock checks, and ensure timely procurement of ingredients.

• Implement proper storage and rotation practices to minimize waste and maintain freshness.

• Ensure adherence to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment, following food safety regulations.

• Comply with all health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment. Enforce proper food handling, storage, and labeling practices to prevent foodborne illnesses.

• Monitor kitchen equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and repair as needed.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of management experience in a culinary leadership role.

• In-depth knowledge of various culinary techniques, cuisines, and ingredients.

• Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.

• Excellent organization and time management skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.

• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation regulations.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Bruto offers:

• Competitive pay.

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.

• Retirement planning program with a company contribution match.

• Flexible scheduling of a 4-day work week.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Dining discount at all IE concepts.

• A company ethos of empowerment, by promoting from within and creating opportunities for advancement for employees. A culture of open communication and balance. 

BRUTO: The heart of BRUTØ lies in our hearth, a live fire sustained by oak wood and manned by our chefs. BRUTØ's intimate 18-seat chef's counter offers the rare opportunity to experience each step of the culinary process. Our multicourse omakase-style tasting menu features intentionally curated, seasonal ingredients crafted with Latin and global influences. Tradition gives way to innovation when passionate people seek to become a part of tradition itself.

Id Est Hospitality: Id Est Hospitality Group, I.E. short for an example is led by Chef Kelly Whitaker. We strive to be exemplary in the world of hospitality. We own and operate Basta, Bruto, The Wolf’s Tailor, Dry Storage Bakehouse, and Dry Storage Mill. We are more than a food and beverage company, we strive to be a movement. Inside our restaurants, we utilize high skill sets, strong work ethics, and passion for providing authentic restaurants that are creative, fun, relevant, and sustainable. We focus on creating restaurants with soul by acting with care, thought, and precision to ensure every moment and every touchpoint is done right. We hope that outside our walls, the greater community feels the influence of our work by drawing a connection between our internal excellence and our higher mission to impact people and the planet.

EMBRACE LOVE. SHARE IT WITH EACH OTHER. OUR GUESTS. THE PLANET.