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An immediate opportunity exists for a proven Sous Che with the ability to maintain our high standards of quality and guest satisfaction. Collectors Café is searching for a Sous Chef that will provide direct support to the Executive Chef in overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations; cooking, production, inventory, quality control and sanitation. Ideal candidates are passionate culinary experts that can deliver the finest cuisine from ticket order to table in a fast-paced and work environment. The ideal candidate is dedicated to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction. Representatives must be prepared to take on supervisory duties for back of the house staff as necessary. With these responsibilities, Collectors Café offers great opportunities to build and grow into a professional culinary expert while maintaining a healthy and enjoyable work life balance.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the Executive Chef conduct smooth operation of kitchen functions.
Train, supervise and motivate staff.
Order dry and fresh goods and determine whether food meets quality standards and or needs to be rejected; approve invoices of food delivered during the assigned shift.
Responsible for kitchen operations in absence of Executive Chef (days off, vacation, etc.)
Inspect cleanliness and organization of kitchen, prep kitchen, dishwashing area, and to comply with the high standards of the Health Department.
Assist in weekly inventory of total kitchen small wares and kitchen equipment.
Inspects all food to insure compliance with federal and state standards, as well as internal quality standards. Must be able to fully manage the food safety program of the organization.
Responsible for maintaining labor & food cost at all times
Open & flexible schedule required to meet the needs of the business
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 6 years of culinary background or 2-3 years as a Sous Chef experience in a fine dining restaurant at a high volume capacity, must have a la carte experience.
Strong managerial experience with the ability to manage and motivate staff is required.
Certificate or degree in Culinary Arts or existing Sous Chef experience preferred.
Knowledge of the venue's specialty cuisine highly preferred.
Servsafe, Food Safety Handler preferred.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to normal business hours, as needed.
Have a passion for culinary excellence; open and willing to learn new techniques.
Able to speak clearly and listen attentively to supervisors, employees and customers; able to give direction as necessary.
Impeccable service standards, clean work habits with a great attention to detail.
Vacancy expired!