AJs Sous Chef

Prairie Meadows; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Meadows in Altoona, IA is seeking a Sous Chef to lead day-to-day operations of all kitchen outlets in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will ensure recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards are met across multiple outlets.

You will supervise staff, oversee prep, inventory and training, and ensure health code compliance. ServSafe certification and strong communication are essential for success in this role within a bustling kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience in food service.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in large, high-volume kitchen with banquet events.
• Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of plating and presentation standards.
• Strong communication with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to stand, lift 50 lbs and push 150 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all food is consistently prepared and served according to each outlet’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
• Prepare kitchen work area for daily operation and maintain all food service areas to health codes.
• Oversee inventory by ensuring storeroom is stocked and rotation of food items is correct.
• Review banquet event orders (BEOs) and coordinate with kitchen management to meet event requirements and setup.
• Coordinate and conduct department training programs for new hires and safety training for all kitchen equipment and utensils.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cooking

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Plating & presentation

Multitasking

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!

*Wage based on experience.

Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!

Are you prepped and ready for a new opportunity? Then step right into our state-of-the-art culinary kitchen at Prairie Meadows as a Sous Chef. In a bustling and thriving kitchen, the supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of all kitchen outlets on property.

If you are committed to serving up an unforgettable culinary experience, this is the job for you!

Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

• Ensure that all food is consistently prepared and served according to each outlet’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
• Prepare kitchen work area for daily operation and maintain all food service areas (kitchens, dish areas, storage areas, etc.) to state department of health codes and regulations.
• Oversee inventory by ensuring that the storeroom is stocked and in orderly fashion and that rotation of food items is correct.
• Review banquet event orders (BEOs) for the day and work with kitchen management to execute strategies to meet event requirements with proper setup.
• Coordinates and conducts the department training programs for new hires, as well as, safety training for all kitchen equipment and utensils.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with five or more years’ experience in food service. Supervisory experience preferred. Experience in large full-service, high volume kitchen with banquet events preferred. Experience with collective bargaining environment preferred. Excellent dietary, cooking, supervisory, and customer service skills essential. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds. Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations is required. ServSafe certification required. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required. Must have knowledge on plating and presentation standards. Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills a plus. Must be able to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Must possess knowledge of labor management and inventory control. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. Subject to walk-in freezer, hot equipment, hot oil, sharp objects, and wet floors. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push carts up to 150 lbs.