Sous Chef

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef  to join our team! At Sip & Guzzle we believe successful Sous Chef are hospitality professionals that contribute greatly to the overall guest experience and culture. In this role we are seeking individuals who are responsible for overseeing the line cooks prepping, cooking, and plating dishes as directed by the Culinary Team. The goal is to produce the highest quality dishes, while maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen.

Responsibilities

* Assist the CDC and Executive Chef in managing the Culinary team to execute service, opening - closing responsibilities.

* Daily inventory of product and proper ordering

* Assist the CDC and Executive Chef with keeping  food costing, portion control in line

* Participating in the R&D and execution of new menu items

* Execute menu items from start to finish. This includes but is not limited to preparation of ingredients, butchery of proteins, cooking and plating of menu items

* Working collaboratively with BOH staff and FOH staff

* Oversee the maintenance cleanliness of any BOH work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas

* Support other team members and foster a positive work environment

Required Qualifications

* Minimum 2 year of experience working in a management role in a similar establishment

* Ability to successfully train new Line Cooks on each station

* A positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills

* Strong knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge

* Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

* Comfortable working in a fast paced and high energy environment

* Ability to remain calm under pressure

* A passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication

* Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team

* Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time

Physical Demands

* The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

Sip & Guzzle  is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.