Local Sous Chef Needed

Bridge Point; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Point is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in Mount Clemens, MI. You will assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, maintain top-quality food, and lead a vibrant, efficient team in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates will have extensive fine dining experience, strong leadership, and solid knowledge of food safety and inventory control. This paid, in-person role offers growth in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fine dining with strong kitchen management background.
• Supervisory experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety protocols and hygiene.
• Experience with inventory control, cost management, and catering services.
• Familiarity with menu planning, shift management, and restaurant operations.
• Strong culinary skills across various cuisines and techniques.
• Excellent communication and proactive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, ensure smooth shifts and high prep standards.
• Supervise and motivate kitchen staff to maintain excellence and efficiency.
• Lead food production, menu development, and consistency across dishes.
• Manage inventory and food handling to minimize waste and costs.
• Ensure food safety, sanitization, and cleanliness standards.
• Coordinate catering events and banquets with attention to detail.
• Support dietary needs with prepared meals adhering to guidelines.

Skills

Fine dining

Kitchen management

Food safety

Inventory management

Menu planning

Shift management

Culinary techniques

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Job description:

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will elevate our dining experience to new heights! In this energetic role, you will assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and maintaining a vibrant, efficient work environment. Your expertise in fine dining, food safety, and team supervision will be vital in delivering memorable culinary experiences that delight our guests. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents and leadership skills in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Duties

• Assist in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth shift management and high standards of food preparation and presentation
• Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on excellence and efficiency
• Lead food production efforts, including menu planning, recipe development, and ensuring consistency across dishes
• Manage inventory control and food handling procedures to minimize waste and optimize costs
• Ensure compliance with food safety sanitizing procedures and uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Coordinate catering events, banquets, and special functions with attention to detail and quality assurance
• Support dietary department needs by preparing specialized meals adhering to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines

Requirements

• Proven experience in fine dining environments with strong background in food production and kitchen management
• Supervising experience within a restaurant or hospitality setting, demonstrating leadership and team management skills
• Extensive knowledge of food safety protocols, sanitizing procedures, and proper food handling techniques
• Experience with inventory management, cost control, and food service operations including catering and banquet services
• Familiarity with menu planning, shift management, and restaurant management practices
• Strong culinary skills with proficiency in cooking techniques across various cuisines
• Excellent communication skills paired with a proactive approach to problem-solving and team leadership
• Previous experience working in the food industry or hospitality sector is highly desirable

Embark on a rewarding culinary journey where your leadership fuels our success! We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence. If you're passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences while managing a lively kitchen team, we want to hear from you!

Work Location: In person