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DENUNZIO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANTS
Line Cook
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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.
$58,277 / year median in Pennsylvania
+7% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a professional Sous Chef, Pantry Chef or Line Chef for our kitchen, following our Executive Chef's specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ its culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers' satisfaction. Responsibilities Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus Produce high quality plates both design and taste wise Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards Fill in for the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff's performance Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers Skills Proven experience as a Sous Chef Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures Excellent record of kitchen and staff management Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions Familiar with industry's best practices Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS) BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus Pantry responsibilities: Make cold appetizers, including salads, vegetable and meat roll-ups and bruschettas Garnish dishes with spices, nuts, fruit and vegetables Prepare vinaigrettes, dips and herb-infused oils Perform meal-prep activities before guests arrive (like chopping vegetables, cutting fish and meat and washing fruits) Store ingredients to keep them fresh and reduce food wastage Check food plating, temperature and portions for all cold dishes Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift Monitor stock and place orders, as needed Recommend modern recipes to renew our menu and add nutritious, creative cold dishes Maintain a clean station at all times