Sous Chef, Catering & Special Events

Responsibilities

• Accountable for ensuring all aspects of the kitchen including but not limited to: event staffing and scheduling, training, supervision of direct reports, execution of all menu items, ordering, proper storage, organization and inventory of all products, reviewing event rental requirements, training and implementation of all sanitation procedures as directed by the Executive Sous Chef, and adhere to all State and Local Health Department rules and regulations
• Cook with the FOH team to align with product availability, product ordering, flow of service, food presentation, and display requirements
• Assist Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with developing menu items, menu mix and standardized recipes while managing food and labor costs as well as assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef upon request with any departmental initiatives
• Additional duties as assigned that may be outside the normal scope of duties based on business needs

Requirements

• 3+ years in a similar position
• Expertise in food product, presentation, quality, and preparation along with menu concept and menu design
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organized and detail oriented
• Positive attitude and a team player
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Able to work on a flexible schedule including evenings, early mornings, and weekends, based on special events and catering schedule
• Able to find immediate solutions for issues/problems that arise during special events and catering set-up
• Able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks
• Physically able to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment up to 50 lbs and walk without assistance on various surfaces for an extended period of time
• Manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing.

Qualifications

• Nice to have but not a dealbreaker: Previous experience with creating schedules, labor costing, payroll administration

Skills

• None specified

Benefits

This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.