Sous Chef - Breakfast and Brunch Specialist

Sous Chef

• Breakfast and Brunch Specialist Sprout Kitchen Palo Alto, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Contract From $75,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Culinary experience Team leadership Cooking Microsoft Office Team development Culinary Arts Mentoring Recruiting Leading team collaboration initiatives Food preparation equipment operation Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description Job Posting:

Sous Chef

• Breakfast and Brunch Specialist Sprout Cafe
• located in Palo Alto downtown
• is seeking a talented breakfast and brunch sous chef to join our dynamic team.

As the second in command in our kitchen, you will play a crucial role in our brunch program, particularly on weekends. You will help realize our executive chef's vision, bringing creativity and excellence to our breakfast and brunch offerings.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with our executive chef to design innovative brunch and breakfast dishes, updating the menu seasonally. Oversee kitchen preparation work ahead of meal services. Assist in managing the kitchen staff and ensuring smooth operations during busy services. Maintain compliance with all food health and safety standards. Conduct periodic performance reviews to aid in the development of kitchen staff. Monitor inventory levels and order ingredients as necessary. Recruit, train, and mentor new kitchen employees to support the restaurant's goals.

Requirements:

Must work well with others and show leadership skills Minimum of two years of experience in a similar position, specializing in breakfast and brunch. Must be able to work on weekends Extensive knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment, particularly for breakfast and brunch items. Strong leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively. Basic understanding of MS Office and restaurant management software. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A culinary science degree is preferred. If you have a passion for breakfast and brunch cuisine and the skills to lead a team in a bustling kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay:

From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Shift:

8 hour shift Morning shift

Experience:

Culinary experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Cooking:

2 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Palo Alto, CA 94301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person