Sous Chef

About the role

Be the culinary backbone of our kitchen, working closely with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With your creative flair and leadership skills, you'll inspire our culinary team, ensuring the highest standards of quality and innovation in every dish we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, staffing, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create and refine menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients, culinary trends, and guest preferences.
• Oversight food preparation activities, ensuring dishes are prepared according to recipes, quality standards, and food safety regulations.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance on culinary techniques, sanitation practices, and teamwork to maintain high levels of productivity and quality.
• Conduct regular inspections of food items, ensuring proper presentation, taste, and temperature, and addressing any issues or discrepancies promptly.

Requirements

• Culinary Certificate or Degree Preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience in a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef role.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.
• Experience at a luxury hospitality property.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Food Handlers Permit.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off and vacation accrual.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

The starting range for this position is $80K. This is the pay rate for this position that Stanly Ranch reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.

Schedule

Flexibility is key to our team's success. You can expect to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.