Sous Chef Yalla Va Medetranian restaurant Alexandria, VA Job Details Full-time $22.50 - $23.00 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Menu design Kitchen health and safety standards Assisting with meal planning Food preparation for special diets Food service health code compliance Team supervision Fine dining experience Safety regulations Operations coordination In-person customer service Shift management Mid-level Cost control Banquet hall experience Supervising experience Kitchen cost control Food safety sanitizing procedures Inventory tracking for food cost management Hospitality industry experience Production management Materials management in food and beverage Managing kitchen staff Accommodating special dietary needs Restaurant cost management Safety standard operating procedures Meal planning Leadership Team motivation (leadership skill) Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. In this vital leadership role, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, safety, and service. Your passion for culinary excellence and team management will drive the success of our fine dining establishment, banquet services, and catering events. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary skills while leading a motivated team in a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment. All roles are paid positions, emphasizing the value we place on your expertise and contribution. Responsibilities Assist in supervising all kitchen staff, ensuring smooth shift management and high team morale Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet our elevated standards for fine dining and catering services Manage inventory control and food safety sanitizing procedures to minimize waste and ensure compliance with health regulations Support menu planning and food production activities aligned with culinary standards and dietary requirements Coordinate with the dietary department to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions Maintain strict adherence to food handling, safety protocols, and sanitation procedures across all kitchen areas Lead by example in serving guests with professionalism, hospitality, and attention to detail during all food service operations Experience Proven experience in a supervisory role within a professional kitchen environment, ideally with banquet, catering, or fine dining experience Strong background in food production, food safety sanitizing procedures, and kitchen management practices Demonstrated ability to manage inventory control, cost control, and food handling processes effectively Extensive culinary experience including menu planning, food preparation, cooking techniques, and restaurant management Experience supervising teams as a chef or sous chef in high-volume settings such as hotels or upscale restaurants Knowledge of food industry standards related to health regulations, dietary accommodations, and hospitality service excellence Leadership skills with a focus on team management, shift coordination, and fostering a positive work environment Join us to elevate culinary experiences through leadership, innovation, and dedication!

Pay:

$22.50 - $23.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person