Royal Tavern is seeking an experienced sous chef to join our team! Royal Tavern is a neighborhood gem; historic, iconic and welcoming. It has always been a meeting place which is all inclusive; vegan to carnivore, wine-centric to non-drinker. There is always something for everyone. Our food and beverages are important. The guests and neighborhood are paramount. Our group offers two weeks paid vacation after 6 months, health benefits, 401k, in-company dining benefits, as well as a positive work environment.
Sous Chef Key Responsibilities:
- Direct supervision of the kitchen employees on a daily basis, ensuring policies and processes are being followed and inspecting operational flow on a continuous basis.
- In partnership with the Executive Chef; responsible for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen ensuring that operating costs are minimized.
- Assist with the hiring, on-boarding and continuous training of kitchen employees.
- Check that kitchen equipment is being used and maintained properly.
- Responsible for food quality and consistency of menu items, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Work a station and serve as an expeditor for the kitchen as needed.
- Ensure all dishes coming out of the kitchen meet the standards of the restaurant.
- Assist with managing labor, adjusting schedules as necessary to meet business needs and financial targets
- Ensure compliance with department of health standards, maintaining superior cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen areas.
- Provide training and support to Front of House employees, to include menu knowledge and how to meet dietary needs.
Sous Chef Qualifications:
- Previous culinary management experience in a full-service restaurant.
- Serve Safe certified food manager preferred.
- Candidate must have proven culinary skills and must be able to lead, develop, and motivate staff.
- Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment while effectively delegating tasks.
- Must have understanding of food cost and how to align inventory with business demands.
- Must be proficient with computers and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to lift / carry items up to 40 lbs. and push / pull items up to 75 lbs.
- Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending, twisting, squatting and reaching overhead.
- Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc) and taste/smell.
