Sous Chef

Sous Chef Ridgewells Catering - 3.9 Bethesda, MD Job Details Full-time $68,000 - $72,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Computer operation Assisting with meal planning Maintaining an organized workspace Food service health code compliance Specialty dish recipe development Team leadership Menu concept development Mid-level Culinary Arts Food service inventory management Food safety sanitizing procedures HACCP Task prioritization Staff training Kitchen staff training Employee relations management Production management Cleaning Implementing quality control processes for products Computer skills Managing kitchen staff Food ordering Business operations Task assignment Leadership 2 years Delegation Full Job Description The Sous Chef is responsible for managing the day-to-day food production for our high-volume operation, servicing a wide variety of high-end off-premise events and contract accounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Other responsibilities include, but not limited to: Manage a team to produce consistent, high-quality products, and maintain quality standards as per the Executive Chef Ensure kitchen operations are organized, clean and efficient Effectively manage employees to maximize productivity and meet established food preparation deadlines within budget Assist in the development of new and innovative culinary concepts and participate in menu planning, working closely with the Executive Chef and Production Chef Reviews daily/weekly production with Production Chef Manages inventory and puts in daily order lists. Train new kitchen employees and ensure the entire staff practices safe and sanitary food handling procedures per HAACP and ServSafe guidelines Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business. A minimum of 2 years' management experience required. Culinary degree is a plus. Proven record in managing high-end, high-volume kitchen operations; thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy environment Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to prioritize, teach and delegate Team player with a positive, helpful personality and strong employee-relation skills Working knowledge of computer applications; experience using CaterXpert a plus Management and leadership skills. Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks. Highly organized and detail oriented. Ability to work efficiently in a multi-tasking, time-sensitive, fast-paced environment Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results

BENEFITS

Health insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short and Long-Term Disability Life insurance Paid time off 401K Retirement Plan