Saucier: Elevate Classic & Modern Sauces

Kona Grill - Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Group Life and Disability Insurance

Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, &

Critical Illness Insurance

Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan

Employee Dining Discounts/Onsite Meals

Career Development & Growth

Paid Sick Time (where eligible)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

Job summary

Kona Grill - Denver is seeking a talented Saucier to join our kitchen. You will prepare and execute exceptional sauces, stocks, and reductions that elevate our menu, while maintaining precision, consistency, and high culinary standards.

You will work closely with chefs and line cooks in a high-volume, fine dining environment, balancing flavors, refining emulsifications, and ensuring proper mise en place. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Saucier or Sauce Cook in a high-volume kitchen.
• Expertise in classic French and modern sauce techniques.
• Ability to balance flavors and achieve proper sauce consistency.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and refine sauces, reductions, and stocks to enhance the menu.
• Maintain consistency by following precise recipes, portioning, and seasoning guidelines.
• Monitor textures, temperatures, and flavor profiles for optimal results.
• Work closely with chefs and line cooks to ensure timely execution of dishes.
• Assist with butter-based, wine-based, and demi-glace sauce preparations.
• Manage stock and broth production, ensuring deep, well-balanced flavors.
• Keep mise en place organized, labeled, and stored at safe temperatures.
• Ensure proper sauce plating and finishing touches for every dish.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards at the sauce station.
• Follow health department sanitation requirements and safety guidelines.

Skills

Sauce making

French sauces

High-volume kitchen

Quality control

Job description

Kona Grill - Denver is seeking a talented Saucier to join our kitchen. You will prepare and execute exceptional sauces, stocks, and reductions that elevate our menu, while maintaining precision, consistency, and high culinary standards.

You will work closely with chefs and line cooks in a high-volume, fine dining environment, balancing flavors, refining emulsifications, and ensuring proper mise en place. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays is required.