Sous Chef

Sous Chef Madison, WI $25

• $35 an hour
• Full-time $25
• $35 an hour
• Full-time Rule No.

One Hospitality Group opened Merchant in late 2010 as a café, a shop, and a late night craft cocktail bar specializing in no-nonsense, modestly priced, seasonal fare that reflects the ingredients and burgeoning culture of Madison, Wisconsin. Here we celebrate our neighborhood, the First Settlement District, steeped in history, quality, authenticity, style, and entertainment. The idea has flourished as Merchant has become a Madison institution and a stage for showcasing some of the best bartending and culinary talent in the city with a distinctive menu steeped in the classic American repertoire. The Sous Chef will be a member of the Merchant Management Team overseeing the day to day operations of the kitchen. The Sous Chef will work to create and maintain a culture devoid of ego and entitlement championing knowledge, excellence, fun, service and approachability (internal and external). Orientation to our mission and our customer at all times is key. The Sous Chef role is will divided between kitchen administration and cooking. Kitchen Administration Staff scheduling and overseeing staffing levels to maintain proper labor costs and performance Ensure all delivery receiving and invoice documentation Overseeing cleanliness and organization in accordance with policies set forth for all Rule No. One Hospitality (RNO) kitchens and Health Departments standards Work with the Executive Chef to plan and coordinate all on and off-site events, specials, promotions and other pertinent events outside of the in house operations Attendance of necessary meetings with the management team Maintain a strong understanding of sales, food cost (cost of goods sold), labor cost, budgets, and what steps can be taken to manipulate performance to meet target goals Overseeing personnel decisions including disciplinary action Culinary Maintaining food quality standards for the restaurant. Oversee all phases of food procurement, production and service including inventory and ordering, storage and rotation, preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation and service and production time standards This position is a working/cooking position that will require you to be heavily involved with the day to days of kitchen This position will require to work all stations on the line when necessary, including prep Expedite service when necessary The Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring service goes smoothly and that all food leaving the kitchen is to the standards of Merchant Collaborate with the Executive Chef in recipe writing, development, maintenance and oversight Oversee all training of new or developing staff Creative / Technical / Industry Report to and collaborate with the Executive Chef and ownership to maintain a culinary program that reflects our city's evolving food culture, seasonality, personality and tradition. Assist with building impeccable purveyor and farmer relationships, understand kitchen & marketing trends. Participate in necessary off site events around the city as an ambassador for Merchant and RNO Creating and enforcing a kitchen culture that is positive, inclusive and empowering in accordance with Merchant's mission and values

Reporting:

The role will report directly to the

Executive Chef of Merchant Benefits:

Competitive wages A flexible and predictable schedule that is posted two weeks in advance 50% dining discount for your friends and family Access to Merchant's online classroom with training materials, recipes, and checklists. After full orientation, we offer weekly paid training opportunities to taste wine, spirits and food with industry experts Our mission is centered around treating each other and ourselves well through our love of food, drink, and community. Sustainability must be possible and attainable in our industry! All employees are offered health, dental and vision insurance Paid time off after one year of employment Our ideal Sous Chef has the following attributes: 1-2+ years of high level fine dining kitchen management experience. Calm, confident, and focused Able to thrive in a team environment as a reliable and trustworthy player. Awareness and communication are key. Be vocal and communicative, communicating to managers and the kitchen team. Be impeccably clean, neat and tidy in their personal appearance and also in their working habits. Must adhere to the uniform policy outlined upon hire Also maintain the highest standards of hygiene in their workplace. Sanitation is a vital aspect of working in the kitchen, equal to the ability to cook. Corporate experience is highly preferred with professional use of email communications as well as proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Classroom, Sheets, Docs etc.) Self motivated and respectful. Respect across the kitchen team, FOH and bar, with caring for not only the employees but also the food and the process. Promote the role of the cook as a Trade and a career and help spread professionalism throughout the industry. Embody the organizational mission and caring, inclusive, and authentic values in terms of who we are and what we believe (outlined below).

Our Values:

Inclusivity. We will establish a culturally diverse and inclusive environment, one that specifically supports minorities, all genders, and those historically underrepresented in our industry. Humility. We are modest about capabilities, admit mistakes, and create the space for others to contribute. Effective Collaboration. We are a team centered around positivity, that stands for one message which involves empowering others, empathizing with each other, and uplifting others as a collective. Respect and Justice / Health and Well-Being. All team members need to be treated respectfully and fairly. This pertains to equity in pay, and specific attention to physical/mental health, well-being and safety. Positivity and Love of Food and Community. Cooking and serving others is a powerful act of caring and love for one another. Let us work together to bring our community together through the power of food and drink

Pay Rate:

$25

• 35/hr + a $200 weekly stipend to cover administrative duties assisting the Executive Chef Merchant is an equal opportunity employer, with a mission to support women, Black, LGBTQ+ applicants.

As an organization, we support a minimum wage of $16/hour.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00

• $35.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person