Job Details
Schulson Collective welcomes guests from all walks of life, offering a diverse array of cuisines and dining experiences across our unique concepts. While each restaurant has its own identity, they all share a common goal: to deliver an unforgettable experience to every guest.
We invite you to apply and join the newest addition to our Collective - Double Knot Manhattan - as we continue crafting top-tier culinary moments that leave a lasting impression.
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
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 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.
- Responsible for food costs and labor costs in assigned restaurant.
- Work with Executive Chef on developing new menu items, tastings and staying on top of trends.
- Responsible for developing relationships with vendors, ensuring Schulson Collective maximizes profits and opportunities.
- Supervises hourly back of house staff and fills a role on the line or expo as needed.
- Schedules staff per business needs, files reports and monitors time & attendance as needed.
- Submits nightly reports on service, sales, labor & liquor costs, negative impressions, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position manages all restaurant hourly BOH staff and is involved in the planning, hiring, training and development of kitchen staff.
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
- Degree from Culinary Arts school is preferred; may substitute additional experience for education.
- 3 or more years in Kitchen Management.
- Prior experience in menu creation, recipe writing and coaching/training.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
- Must be able to work flexible hours and days. Must exhibit top-notch teamwork.
