Monarch And Lion, located in the heart of downtown Chicago, is currently looking to hire a strong Sous Chef for our fast growing upscale British Restaurant. Our ideal candidate is kind, positive, and works well with others and thrives on mentoring others and leading by example. They also believe in quality, consistency and working in a clean, organized, and inclusive environment where respect and dignity is prioritized.
If you feel you meet the below requirements, please respond with a copy of your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a great addition to our team.
• Must have experience in a systems-based, full-service, high-volume, scratch kitchen restaurant setting.
• Must have experience maintaining food cost goals by demonstrating a proactive awareness of station par levels, food rotation, proper labeling, and waste management.
• Must have experience adhering to the recipe and food presentation specifications and portion control.
• Must have a great attitude and be willing to teach and be ready for anything that might arise in the kitchen.
• Must comply with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Must be available to work various hours, days, and shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Maintains a cheerful, courteous disposition and a neat, clean, and professional image.
• With minimal assistance, be able to set up and work multiple stations at a great level.
• With assistance, able to perform prep tasks assigned by the Exec Chef and CDC in a timely fashion.
• Completes required mise en place or prep list in a timely fashion.
• Sets up station as if needed for all scheduled services.
• Operates, maintains and properly cleans kitchen equipment.
• Works efficiently with a constant sense of urgency.
• Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance, while also thinking of solutions to fix said matters or problems.
• Performs shift change and/or opening or closing duties.
• Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Assists other team members as needed or when business needs dictate.
• Must have an SERV Safe Food Handler Certification.
• Culinary school graduate degree preferred but not required.