Jr Sous Chef - Full-Time - Peak Restaurant

Oak View Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative venue management company is seeking a passionate Jr Sous Chef to join their culinary team at a premium restaurant. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-energy environment, crafting and executing exceptional dishes while ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in food preparation and inventory management, along with outstanding interpersonal skills to lead and inspire a diverse kitchen team. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their culinary career in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a similar position in an upscale restaurant.
• Must be Serve Safe certified.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute a distinctive menu to ensure profitable kitchen operation.
• Track inventory and ensure adherence to budgeted food costs.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain culinary excellence.

Skills

Food Preparation

Inventory Management

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Jr Sous Chef - Full-Time - Peak Restaurant

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Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

In conjunction with the Sous Chef, the Jr. Sous Chef is a key position for the profitable and effective operation of the culinary department. The Jr. Sous Chef will work in conjunction with the Sous Chef in executing the restaurant menu. In this regard, the Jr. Sous Chef will be tasked with the daily preparation of high quality products, while maintaining budgeted food cost by tracking inventory and raw materials. The job of the Jr. Sous Chef requires open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction and strong management and independent decision-making skills are required.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $25 to $27.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays)

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline

About The Venue

Peak is a premium restaurant located on the 101st floor of 30 Hudson Yards, in a State-of-the-Art building with panoramic views and situated above Edge, the highest outdoor observation deck in the city. A luxurious destination with breath-taking views of lower New York City.

Responsibilities

• Ensure profitable operation of the Kitchen by crafting and executing a distinctive menu that will set a standard in the market.
• Responsible for adhering to budgeted food cost by tracking inventory and product.
• Ensures that all recipes, products, food preparations techniques and food execution meet restaurant's specifications and commitment to culinary excellence.
• Assists in food prep assignments and/or cooking during peak periods as needed and ensures that the team appropriately stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations during service period.
• Maintains a clean and stocked workplace, prep area, storage area and walk-in.
• Ensure weekly deep cleaning standards are met while adhering to standard operating procedures for food handling (labeling, proper storage, and rotation of product).
• Assists Executive Chef with fulfilling kitchen record keeping and administrative requirements including food inventories and ordering of food products.
• Ensures kitchen staff are aware of workplace expectations by providing on-going assistance, training, and mentoring.
• Assists Executive Chef to ensure quality, consistency and concept are maintained. Monitors production of food preparation, ensuring recipe specifications, portion controls, and kitchen timings are met. Monitors all food served relative to appearance, temperature, sanitary and quality standards.
• Ensure that all food safety standards are followed.
• Communicate with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
• Make decisions and solve problems. Organize, plan, and prioritize work.
• Other duties as assigned by Executive Chef.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Minimum of 1 years in a similar position in an upscale restaurant with prior supervisory experience.
• State issued Health Certificate and immunizations are required.
• Technical proficiency and experience demonstrating verifiable knowledge of food preparation methods.
• Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities, including co-workers, subordinates, guests, and purveyors in a variety of work situations. Must have active listening and effective communication skills.
• Ability to develop results-oriented staff through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching and counseling. Ability to assist others in developing needed skills for effective job performance.
• Ability to delegate responsibility to others to meet objectives and achieve desired results.
• Ability to recognize problems and to find solutions creatively and expeditiously. Ability to set priorities and use initiative; solid decision-maker.
• Ability to be detail-oriented, multi-task and effectively prioritize in a continuously changing environment.
• Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; able and willing to work nights, weekends, and long hours.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be Serve Safe certified.
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software, including MS Word/ Excel/ Outlook.
• Must be able to supervise, coach, and train employees.
• Must be constantly aware of frequently changing events in cooking processes.
  
  

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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