Sous Chef (Cowboys Club)

Legends Global; Swansea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary operations company in Swansea is seeking a culinary operations manager to oversee and improve kitchen efficiency and quality. You will manage daily culinary operations, coordinate event activities, and ensure compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates possess a culinary arts degree and significant experience in high-volume environments. Competitive salary and benefits provided. Join a team dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in high-volume full-service food operation.
• Proven track record in improving kitchen efficiencies and quality.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Manage culinary operations of the assigned department.
• Coordinate and participate in event operations.
• Monitor food preparation and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Team building

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Organization

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Degree from accredited culinary arts institute

Apprenticeship certification

Job description

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, this individual will be responsible for effectively supporting all culinary operations, including the oversight of all production, operation, and sanitation aspects of culinary and stewarding operations throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of culinary operations of assigned department
• Complete daily schedules, coordinate and actively participate in event operations, and monitor food and labor cost.
• Ensure all products used in the preparation of menu items meet our high standards.
• Create innovative menu offerings in response to guest and client feedback.
• Lead the team with respect and a commitment to exceeding guest expectations daily.
• Monitor all food preparation and kitchen activities to ensure compliance with Health Department regulations.
• Write, cost, test, maintain, and update all menu specifications, recipes, pictures, production forecasts, and ensure the same are being followed.
• Adhere to and enforce inventory and labor control measures; perform inventory counts as requested.
• Provide efficient service and quality products by maintaining positive customer and client relations through effective communication and prudent financial practices.
• Ensure all workstations, storerooms, and dining areas remain clean, sanitized, safe, and in proper working order at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ideal team member will have a degree or certification from an accredited culinary arts institute, or apprenticeship certification from the American Culinary Federation.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in a high-volume full-service food operation.
• Proven track record in improving kitchen efficiencies, quality, and relative costs.
• Must have excellent leadership, financial analysis, team building and communication skills/customer service.
• Must have knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized with the ability to learn new programs and procedures quickly.
• Must be proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be open to providing incidental or short-term support to other facilities in the event of a business emergency.
• Must be able to obtain Food Protection Manager Certification.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, team-oriented setting.
• Ability to read, speak and write in English.
• Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks including constant reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, pushing and pulling for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to lift, push, pull approximately 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be available for all Stadium events.
• Must practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and additional job-specific safety training.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide hosts 20,000 events and entertains 165 million guests each year, powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component of feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues. Our culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. Our team members understand that every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan.