Sous Chef - Kitchen

About the Role

The Peacock Inn is seeking an experienced and team-oriented candidate for the Sous Chef position. This is a full-time role requiring availability on weekdays, weekends, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve various foods in assigned work situations, including pantry items, salads, soups, sauces, and pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees.
• Assist in ordering and receiving, menu development, cost control, waste management, and staff training procedures.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces, and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Maintain assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Handle food in compliance with local health department guidelines.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the Executive Chef.
• Recognize quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy, and meat products.
• Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene and comply with the department’s dress code.
• Follow safety regulations, report injuries or unsafe conditions, and adhere to workplace practices.
• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef and/or General Manager.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and focus.

Working Conditions

• Kitchen environment with exposure to noise, heat, temperature changes, kitchen elements, odors, and moisture.
• Moderate to high noise levels.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible schedule
• Comprehensive training
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Great discount program