Sous Chef

Key Purpose

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the overall success of the food program. This entails adhering to client’s culture and guidelines, OSHA, the Health Department’s regulations, and Guckenheimer food quality standards. This position oversees the daily operational tasks, net menu’s recipe execution, production sheets and pars, food purchasing, sanitation, and safety. In addition, the Sous Chef motivates, trains, develops, and directs all employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation.

Success Criteria

• Kitchen organization and cleanliness provide a safe environment for all employees and guests
• Workplace Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• Food Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• HACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• All internal audit guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• Guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily

Key Accountabilities

• Always provide the highest quality of service in accordance with ISS/Guckenheimer and client standards
• Utilize food preparation procedures in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local guidelines and regulations to ensure high quality food service is provided
• Aid Executive Chef with administrative duties including, attendance, human resources and all other timelines as directed
• Monitor and review HACCP logs
• Assemble RTE menu items in accordance with recipes, following core standards for ISS/GEI for presentation, packaging, and labels
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment and must follow ISS/Guckenheimer, and government regulatory rules and procedures
• Support management team with taking monthly inventory
• Notify management when there are any concerns with product quantities, food/equipment safety, or any other situation that requires management attention
• Attend all meetings of the day
• Report all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Food Programs

• Ensure that high quality food items are creatively, well prepared and presented in a cost-effective manner
• Follow Guckenheimer’s food standards guidelines
• Ensure that all products and ingredients that are used are purchased following Guckenheimer’s purchasing standards and sustainability commitments
• Work with the management team to ensure that all display, catering and café service and culinary set up meet specific account standards
• Make sure all kitchen waste is disposed of properly in the most sustainable manner as supported by the client and directed

Staff Train and Supervise Staff

• Supervise proper uniform standards following the employee handbook and established account guidelines
• Aid in staff reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions
• Ensure that all training standards are met and documented for direct hires

Customer Service

• Represent the company in a courteous, efficient, and professional manner in all customer, client, and employee interactions
• Interact with customers and resolve customer complaints in a friendly and service-oriented manner
• Communicate with the Client honestly, accurately and in a timely manner. All communication including e-mail is written in a professional and organized manner

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 25 pounds
• Utilize team lift, transportation carts, and any other means of assistance when dealing with heavy loads

HSEQ Compliance

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies

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