Sous Chef

Reports to: Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef

Summary/Objective

The Sous Chef is responsible for planning and directing food preparation in the kitchen, under the direction of the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef. 

Essential Functions

1. Hires, trains, develops and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consults with human resources as appropriate.
2. Responsible for food costs and labor costs in assigned restaurant.
3. Monitor and ensure that standard kitchen operating procedures are met.
4. Work with Executive Chef on developing new menu items, tastings and staying on top of trend
5. Oversee the line during service while monitoring cooks’ progress and flow of service
6. Support and manage prep for service; ensure all prep items and recipes are made to standard
7. Supervises hourly back of house staff and fills a role on the line or expo as needed.
8. Schedules staff per business needs, files reports and monitors time & attendance as needed
9. Manage inventory and costs with the Executive Chef
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally push and/or pull up to 50 pounds. The employee will spend over 4 hours daily standing or walking.

Required Education and Experience

1. Degree from Culinary Arts school is preferred; may substitute additional experience for education.
2. 3+ years of Kitchen Management.
3. Prior experience in menu creation, recipe writing and coaching/training.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
5. Must be able to work flexible hours and days. Must exhibit top-notch teamwork.
6. Exceptional communication and supervisory skills