Restaurant Sous Chef

SAKS & CO; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Basic life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Neiman Marcus in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef to promote excellence by building a professional culinary team, driving top-tier food experiences, and overseeing catering for special events. You will ensure health and sanitation standards are met and collaborate with front-of-house to satisfy guest requests.

The role requires 4–6 years of relevant experience and a 4-year degree is preferred. A competitive benefits package is offered by Exemplar Luxury Group.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• 4-year degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily food inventories to minimize waste and manage costs.
• Maintain health and sanitation standards as directed by Neiman Marcus and authorities.
• Oversee kitchen stations readiness and expediting of plates.
• Plan, set daily specials and soups and supervise catering for events.
• Manage inventory, batch invoices, and month-end forecasts.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to fulfill guest requests.

Skills

Team leadership

Food cost control

Health & sanitation

Inventory management

Catering events

Education

4-year degree preferred

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1907, Neiman Marcus has been a leader in luxury retail, providing a uniquely curated product assortment, unparalleled services and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. Known for creating Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional experiences, Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. We serve customers across our stores, digital channels and through remote selling. Neiman Marcus is part of Exemplar Luxury Group, the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

Job Description:

YOU WILL BE:

A Restaurant Sous Chef promotes the excellence of a Neiman Marcus store by building a professional team, driving team to create top-tier food experiences, managing catering and special parties, and overseeing key Restaurant initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Restaurant Strategy & Administration

• Monitors and documents daily food inventories to minimize food waste, yielding resources to work towards proper food costs
• Maintains necessary skills and knowledge of all kitchen roles to fill in for positions as needed
• Maintains all Health and Sanitation standards as directed by Neiman Marcus, local and federal Health Departments, and third-party sanitation auditors
• Checks each Cook station daily to monitor preparation readiness for service
• Oversees maintenance and cleanliness across all dining rooms and kitchens
• Oversees adherence to Health and Safety standards in work areas
• Drives restaurant to achieve and maintain a 90% score or better on seasonal shop reports and sanitation evaluations
• Upkeeps current recipe book daily detailing specials, soups, and daily menu items
• Works closely with front of house staff to execute orders and any guest requests
• Creates and executes all daily specials and soups by instructing designated kitchen stations on roles
• Monitors, organizes, and expedites all plates leaving the kitchen
• Maintains current and accurate paperwork from POS reports while monitoring restaurant success compared to the bottom line
• Manages inventory amounts, batch invoices, and month-end forecasts
• Works with supervisor to order food and supplies in accordance with Corporate Purchasing Contracts
• Works closely with supervisor on catering needs of special events
• Plans, executes, and / or supports special promotions and events for restaurant

Associate Development

• Enforces Neiman Marcus policies and procedures
• Responsible for coaching and counseling direct reports
• Oversees restaurant Associates in completing daily tasks
• Provides feedback, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action for Associates
• Works with Human Resources Manager on matters relevant to Associates (e.g., training, payroll, benefits)

Communications

• Communicates daily with restaurant management team regarding scheduling, profit and loss reports, upcoming events, and any employee-related concerns
• Communicates effectively and daily with all culinary team members and dish crew
• Partners with Executive Chef
• Provides relevant updates in weekly department manager meeting
• Relays relevant news concerning the restaurant to other department managers
• Relays pertinent information and updates to restaurant staff

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• 4-6 years of relevant experience
• 4-year degree preferred
• Proven track record achieving business results
• History of leading, motivating, and coaching teams to achieve objectives
• Basic financial acumen
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to effectively and tactfully advise, counsel, coach, resolve conflict, and negotiate within all levels of an organization
• Thorough knowledge of order of service and proper placement of table settings (e.g., china, glass, flatware), food, and beverage as indicated by the kitchen ticket and the guidebook
• Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
• "Win together" mentality
• Basic proficiency with MS Office Product Suite, advanced proficiency preferred
• Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying 35 pounds
• Associates must be willing to work a flexible schedule

YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:

Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation

Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate

Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)

An amazing employee discount

Benefits:

We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benef