Federales Denver - Executive Sous Chef

Four Corner; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K + company match

Medical & supplemental insurance

Paid time off

Discount on food & beverage

Job summary

Four Corners is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to serve as the second in command in the kitchen, reporting to the Executive Chef. You will elevate food and labor cost control, oversee food preparation, menu development, and pricing while developing the culinary team.

The role demands reliability and creativity, with opportunities to lead culinary operations and drive quality across multiple venues as we grow nationally.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of F&B industry and culinary experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
• An effective communicator with a positive attitude and a team player mentality.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness, and results.
• Advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, prioritizing, and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent knowledge of BOH systems, ordering, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary production operation under the direction of the Executive Chef.
• Opportunity to serve as the kitchen head for culinary operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Stay up to date on dining trends and new techniques.
• Ensure all products are prepared in a consistent manner and meet departmental appearance/quality standards.
• Manage areas of profit, stock, waste control, and training within the kitchen.
• Assist with onboarding of BOH employees.
• Work in a fast-paced, high energy and demanding environment while maintaining the highest standard of professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards; understand and manage local and government regulated food safety, risk prevention, and emergency procedures.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work day, evening and weekend hours as business needs require.

Skills

F&B experience

Culinary skills

Communication

Team player

Cost control

Job description

Company Overview

Four Corners is a leading, Chicago-based hospitality group that owns and operates unique establishments, each thoughtfully created to offer an exceptional social experience, creative menus, and superior service. We started with a neighborhood bar in 2001 and have since grown to 10+ venues across Chicago and are now growing nationally.

Benefits & Incentives

• Authentic, inclusive, fun company culture
• Generous paid time off policy
• 50% discount on food & beverage at all 4C locations
• Competitive pay + bonus potential
• 401K + company match
• Development opportunities – 4C is growing!
• Medical & supplemental insurance
• Employee events and volunteer opportunities
• And more!

Salary Range

$70,000 - $75,000 + Bonus Potential & Benefits

Job Summary

Our restaurant is searching for a creative and motivated Executive Sous Chef to expand their culinary skills and grow with us. In this position, you will act as the second in command in our kitchen to the Executive Chef. Our ideal candidate is a reliable and creative professional who will elevate and control food and labor cost, food preparation, menu development, and pricing and development of the culinary team. This person will be reporting to the Executive Chef.

Responsibilities

• Successful culinary production operation under the direction of the Executive Chef
• Opportunity to serve as the kitchen head for culinary operations in the absences of Executive Chef
• Staying up to date on dining trends and new techniques
• Ensure all products are prepared in a consistent manner and meet departmental appearance/quality standards
• Manage areas of profit, stock, waste control, and training within the kitchen
• Assist with onboarding of BOH employees
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, high energy and demanding environment while maintaining the highest standard of professionalism
• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standardsUnderstand and manage local and government regulated food safety, risk prevention, fire prevention, hygiene practices, and emergency procedures to ensure the safety of all staff and guests
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work day, evening and weekend hours as business needs require

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of Food and Beverage (F&B) industry and culinary experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices
• An effective communicator with a positive attitude and a team player mentality
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness, and results
• Advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, prioritizing, and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent knowledge of BOH systems, ordering, and inventory

Four Corners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.