Gurume is a restaurant group specializing in modern tapas utilizing a variety of ingredients from multiple cuisines in Restaurant Row (down the block from Times Square). We are constantly expanding our vision of food and business. If you are looking for a fun, creative, fast paced, dynamic and energetic environment, we welcome you to submit your resume for consideration.

*About the Job*

The Sous Chef is responsible for all kitchen employees and ensures restaurant standards at all times. Under the guidance of the Executive Chef, some of the things Sous Chefs will be doing are: assisting in writing food requisitions, inspecting methods of preparation and working the line when needed. You will also be responsible for keeping all refrigeration, storage, and working areas in clean and safe working conditions with compliance to Health Department Regulations.

We train from the ground up because we want to ensure the organizational culture we deeply value. If you have big ambitions for food and the Culinary Arts, we might be the restaurant you have been looking for!

*Looking for full-time*

*Requirements:*

* Minimum 2+ years experience in a high volume restaurant

* Oversee stocking, ordering, and purchasing of ingredients, ensuring that necessary ingredients are available and as fresh as possible while also minimizing spoilage and waste.

* Work with the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine to create and modify the restaurant's menu based on food trends, food costs, and seasonal availability.

* Maintain product quality and the Executive Chef’s standards by consistently conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food

* Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.

* Guide and instruct employees to excel in performance of their duties

* Cooperative management of the back of house team operation

* Performs closing duties and all other duties as assigned

* DOH Food Protection Certification

* Must have basic mathematical skills and proficiency in Microsoft software

*Qualifications:*

* Open-availability including all major holidays

* 2+ years of having high volume kitchen experience

* A genuine passion and knowledge for food and Korean cuisine

* A strong sense of urgency and strong communication skill

* Able to take constructive criticism, learn quickly, and constantly improve

* Must be meticulously clean and aware of all food safety standards

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