Restaurant Sous Chef

Lessing's Hospitality Group; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Restaurant Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you'll work closely with the executive chef to craft diverse and appealing menus while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and train a talented kitchen staff, creating memorable dining experiences for guests. If you have a flair for culinary creativity and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect chance to elevate your career in a vibrant hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a culinary role.
• Culinary degree preferred for advanced techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the executive chef to create diverse menus.
• Train kitchen staff to maintain high standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Menu Planning

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Position: Restaurant Sous Chef

Job Duties And Responsibilities

1. Work with the executive chef to produce diversified menus in accordance with the restaurant's policy and vision.
2. Come up with new dishes which appeal to the clients, whenever required.
3. Establish the working schedule and organize the work in the kitchen so that everything runs smoothly.
4. Produce high quality dishes that follow up the established menu and level up to Lessing's standards, as well as to clients' requirements.
5. Plan the food design in order to create a perfect match between the dish's aspect and its taste.
6. Discover talented chefs and train them in order to reach the high standards of the location.
7. Train the auxiliary kitchen staff in order to provide best results in minimum time and using at the maximum the available resources.
8. Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours.
9. Create tasting menus for clients interested in contracting the food for different events (weddings, banquets, corporate dinners, birthday parties, etc.).
10. Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with ingredients and ending with the finished dish.
11. Ensure that professional equipment is in good condition and report any malfunctions promptly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience.
• Culinary degree preferred.

Additional Information

Lessing's Hospitality Group operates over 100 locations throughout the Northeast and Florida, including wedding and catering venues, restaurants, dining centers, a historic inn, and a presidential yacht. The company emphasizes providing personalized experiences and remarkable hospitality.

Salary Range (NY only): $62,400 - $80,000

Employment Details

• Industry: Food & Restaurant
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Hospitality

Please apply directly on our Career page: https://lessingsinc.peoplematter.jobs/