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Pond House Cafe
Experienced Banquet Sous Chef
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What they do
A Sous Chef hands on and actively involved in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Sous chefs fill in as leaders for the head chef, and get involved in preparing food like station chefs when needed.
$62,544 / year median in Connecticut
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Experienced Banquet Sous Chef Pond House Cafe West Hartford, CT Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $22 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer service Fine dining experience Shift management Cost control Production management Full Job Description Job Summary Busy Scratch restaurant and banquet facility looking for banquet sous chef with at least 2 year's experience working in a scratch kitchen either cooking on the line or doing high end prep including butchering chickens, cleaning and prepping fish, making sauces and preparing house made h'ords. Some baking experience helpful. This is a full time position with benefits. Work week is variable with nights and weekends. Position pay is $22-26/hr depending on qualifications. We are on the lookout for an experienced Banquet Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will be a key player in orchestrating high-quality banquet events and ensuring seamless food service for large gatherings. Your expertise in fine dining, team supervision, and food management will help create memorable experiences for our guests. The ideal candidate is passionate about culinary excellence, possesses strong leadership skills, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Responsibilities Oversee the preparation and presentation of banquet meals, ensuring adherence to quality standards and guest expectations. Supervise kitchen staff during banquet service, providing guidance and support to maintain efficiency and high standards. Manage inventory control and food production processes to optimize resources and reduce waste. Ensure all food safety sanitizing procedures are followed diligently to maintain a safe and hygienic environment. Assist in menu planning and catering coordination, including dietary accommodations and special requests. Lead shift management by organizing kitchen operations, delegating tasks, and maintaining smooth workflow. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new dishes, improve existing recipes, and uphold fine dining standards. Skills Extensive banquet experience coupled with supervising or team management skills. Strong background in food production, catering, and restaurant management within the food industry. Knowledge of food safety procedures, sanitizing protocols, and kitchen management practices. Proven ability in inventory management, cost control, and food handling techniques. Excellent leadership qualities with experience managing teams as a chef or kitchen supervisor. Familiarity with menu planning, food service management, and shift coordination in a fine dining or hospitality setting. Exceptional communication skills combined with a passion for culinary excellence and customer service. Join us as an Experienced Banquet Sous Chef where your leadership will elevate our culinary offerings while delivering outstanding experiences to our guests!