SOUS CHEF

Water's Edge Resort & Spa; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(K) Program

Employee Meals

Employee Discount

Job summary

Water's Edge Resort & Spa in California is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations. This role requires at least 2-5 years of culinary experience in a fine dining setting and knowledge of sanitation practices. Key responsibilities include ensuring food quality, supervising staff, and training new personnel. Full-time team members enjoy benefits like medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(K) program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years cooking experience in a fine dining environment.
• Serve Safe Certification is required.
• Ability to communicate clearly with kitchen staff and guests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards.
• Supervise kitchen cleanliness and equipment.
• Train new staff in kitchen best practices.

Skills

Food presentation

Kitchen supervision

Sanitation practices

Culinary training

Education

High school or GED

Culinary degree or training

Job description

Education LevelNot Specified## DescriptionWater's Edge Resort and Spa is currently accepting applications for Sous Chef. Our Sous Chef will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in all aspects of the kitchen. The Sous Chef will follow our Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines and ensure all kitchen employees uphold company standards.Responsibilities:* Ensure that food products, presentation, and plating are of the highest quality, and are prepared to serve in a timely manner* Ensure efficient, cost-effective operation and profitability of food production* Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order* Assure adherence to all standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation in conjunction with the specifications* Monitor storage operations, stocking and food rotation, and guarantee food service sanitation standards are met* Assist with monthly inventory* Assist in training new staff and oversee kitchen employee's skills and production.* Assure kitchen personnel is trained in best cleanliness and sanitation practices* Keep work area neat and clean at all times## Qualifications* High school or GED equivalent required, formal culinary training or associate degree in culinary arts preferred* Minimum 2-5 years cooking experience in a fine dining environment and experience in a culinary leadership role preferred* Ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room employees, and guests* Serve Safe Certification required* Flexible availability including days, nights, weekends and holidays* Ability to bend, stand, and stoop for long periods of time, and working long hours in hot conditionsFull Time Team Members are offered the following benefits:* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance* Group Life Insurance* Paid Time Off* 401(K) Program* Employee Meals* Employee Discount