Sous Chef

The Matador is a growing company specializing in restaurants + bars, unmatched service and uniquely designed atmospheres. We are currently looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team at East Portland, OR Matador.

Our ideal candidate should be open to local PNW relocation (WA, OR, ID), as well as our developing markets in the central/southeastern states!

The Sous Chef position is specifically intended for upward mobility within The Matador's management structure.

Rate of Pay:

$65,000-$68,000 / year + up to $2,000 in profit sharing per year.

We are looking for an individual who will be an immediate asset to our team- bringing talent, passion and dedication for continual achievement and humble improvement, leading by example and striving for personal advancement, supporting and developing fellow team members, exceeding company expectations and goals, and crafting memorable guest experiences each and every day.

Benefits:

FREE Shift MealsProfit Sharing Plan!!!Paid Time Off ( 2 weeks frontloaded after 90 days)Medical, Dental and Vision benefitsEmployee Assistance Program and Life InsuranceContinued Career Development and Growth Opportunities25% discount at all locations for self and up to 3 guestsReferral bonus programOur Sous Chefs contribute to The Matador's Mission by ensuring that memorable hospitality is provided to our Guests byway of perfectly executed culinary creations. They remain attentive to Guests' needs from their kitchen domain, ensuring Guests feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed throughout their experience within our walls.

Our Sous Chefs own the kitchen with ingenuity and purpose. They are responsible for ensuring the quick, precise creation of our menu items and are proud of what hits the expo window, settling for no less than the best. They understand our labor and food costs, financial and profitability goals, and team productivity expectations. They inspire teamwork and leadership, both of which are key to our everyday success.

Our Sous Chefs actively support their entire team, recognizing how best to train, develop and coach each team members' unique learning and feedback styles. They are humble, transparent and supportive, yet know when to take control of situations that are best led or handled by our Leadership team.

Our Sous Chefs are responsible for supporting all aspects of kitchen operations and assume responsibility for the restaurant in the Chef's absence. They work to ensure that all activities are consistent with and supportive of the restaurant's business plan, aiming to exceed negotiated goals for financial, operational, staffing and conceptual visions.

Finally, our Sous Chefs bring their own unique flair to the more mundane tasks required of them, such as inventory and ordering, unit cleanliness, and the repair & maintenance of the building and equipment.

Qualifications:

At least 2 years of kitchen management experience in a full-service, moderate to high volume restaurant and experience in a leadership position.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of scheduling and managing costsHonest and reliableDetail-oriented and organizedUtilizes an inspirational, "hands on" coaching approachEnergetic and self-starting with a "Guest First" focusProfessional appearance and demeanorStrong communication and leadership skillsWe offer a highly competitive compensation package, varying with years of experience. To apply, please reply with your resume and include a list of references.www.matadorrestaurants.comwww.oppermelang.comWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote an alcohol and drug-free work environment. We offer competitive compensation packages including benefits, varying with position and years of experience.

The Core Values of The Matador are the foundation of our culture and beliefs. These guiding principles dictate our behavior and help us understand the differences between right and wrong. Core values create unwavering guidance to help our company determine if we are on the right path to fulfilling our goals. Each individual core value listed below is an unconditional characteristic of ourselves, our fellow team members, our partners, and the company as a whole. They are the standards by which we hold ourselves and everyone we work with accountable to, represented daily in all of our decisions and actions.

Trust:

We are invested in creating a genuine and supportive environment for all of our employees.

Accountability:

Hold accountable, be accountable.

Commitment:

Coachable, mindful, ever-evolving team members that aspire to inspire.

Obsession:

A genuine obsession and passion for the guest experience and communities in which we serve.