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Sous Chef
Little Bad Wolf
1541 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660, United States
Little Bad Wolf hiring Sous Chef in Chicago, IL

Little Bad Wolf hiring Sous Chef in Chicago, IL

Sous Chef

Little Bad WolfMore Info

1541 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660, United States
Full Time • Salary ($55k)
Archived: May 13, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Some Of Your Responsibilities Include

  • Supervise the production of food at all stations, assist the cooks, and expedite food when needed.
  • Lead all aspects of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef, tackle any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situations, assist in the preparation and design of menu items.
  • Assist with any required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
  • Interview and hire employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and solve problems.
  • Identify developable staff, and provide necessary training as positions open.
  • Assist in filling open positions with qualified internal or external applicants.
  • Order, stock, and ensure that all products are received in the correct unit count and condition.
  • Maintain budgeted labor costs and assist in controlling overtime, track food costs as requested.
  • Ensure that food is produced on a timely basis.
  • Participate in service education through daily line-ups, quarterly menu meetings, and new staff training programs.
  • Assist the restaurant in meeting the financial targets while achieving the food quality service objectives.
  • Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities by supervising the daily cleaning of the pantry, cooking line, prep kitchen, dish area, and walk-in.

What You Bring

  • Minimum of 2 years of previous Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full service restaurant.
  • 2 or 4 year degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management is preferred.
  • Flexible schedule, able to work weekends, nights, mornings, and holidays when needed.
  • Food Handler Certification, Alcohol Awareness Certification (if applicable).
  • Passionate about various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and the industry's standard practices and trends.
  • Knowledge Microsoft Office Suite, restaurant POS system, inventory management and/or procurement software experience, payroll and timekeeping software, business & accounting software.
  • Able to read and follow recipes and standards, maintain health department regulations, food quality and company standards.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($55,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Supervision

Food Production

Kitchen Management

Menu Design

Paperwork Organization

Interviewing and Hiring

Employee Management

Training

Ordering and stocking

Budgeting

Food Costing

Service Education

Financial Management

Cleanliness Supervision

Culinary Knowledge

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Inventory Management

Payroll and Timekeeping

Recipe Following

Regulatory Compliance

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Part of Little Bad Wolf / Gretel

Little Bad Wolf offers an extensive selection of craft beers, artisan cocktails and wine, while serving upscale bar food. Our kitchen stays open late every night.