Lead Kitchen Chef — Ops, Menu & Team Growth

The Gilmore Collection; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant group in Grand Rapids is seeking a Sous Chef to lead back of house operations. The role requires proven experience in kitchen management, food preparation, and staff development. Responsibilities include overseeing efficient kitchen activities, maintaining high food quality, and managing inventory. Candidates must possess strong leadership and communication skills, flexibility for various shifts, and the ability to handle kitchen demands. Join us to inspire creativity and high performance in a dynamic culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Expertise in food preparation and cooking.
• Skilled in inventory management and ordering supplies.
• Strong ability to lead and develop kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication skills for FOH and BOH coordination.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Physical stamina to handle kitchen demands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and run BOH operations.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and conduct quality checks.
• Collaborate with management to maintain recipe standards.
• Manage ordering and purchasing of supplies.
• Track food costs and assist in financial management.
• Facilitate effective team communication.
• Lead recruitment and training of BOH staff.
• Inspire kitchen team morale and performance.
• Direct service flow during meal preparation.
• Assist in new dish development and training.

Skills

Leadership

Food preparation

Inventory management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

A prominent restaurant group in Grand Rapids is seeking a Sous Chef to lead back of house operations. The role requires proven experience in kitchen management, food preparation, and staff development. Responsibilities include overseeing efficient kitchen activities, maintaining high food quality, and managing inventory. Candidates must possess strong leadership and communication skills, flexibility for various shifts, and the ability to handle kitchen demands. Join us to inspire creativity and high performance in a dynamic culinary environment.