Sous Chef

Redd Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Redd Hospitality in Denver, CO is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead our culinary team in a scratch kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with menu planning, inventory control, and ensuring high standards of food safety and quality.

You will supervise kitchen and floor staff, participate in banquet events, and contribute to cost controls and P&L awareness while delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within a food service environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
• Experience in banquet service is preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse kitchen staff.
• Proficient in inventory management practices to ensure efficient stock control.
• Strong culinary skills with an emphasis on creativity in menu planning.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of the store.
• Supervise all kitchen staff and floor staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to food safety regulations.
• menu planning
• Manage inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on food handling techniques, safety protocols, and culinary skills.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
• Participate in banquet preparation and execution as required, ensuring timely service during events.
• Monitor food quality during preparation and service to ensure consistency and excellence.

Skills

Food safety practices

Team management

Menu planning

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Inventory management

Job description

Overview
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in scratch kitchens as well as experience with P&L.

Duties

• Assist in all aspects of the store
• Supervise all kitchen staff and floor staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to food safety regulations.
• menu planning
• Manage inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on food handling techniques, safety protocols, and culinary skills.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
• Participate in banquet preparation and execution as required, ensuring timely service during events.
• Monitor food quality during preparation and service to ensure consistency and excellence.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within a food service environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
• Experience in banquet service is preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent team management skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse kitchen staff.
• Proficient in inventory management practices to ensure efficient stock control.
• Strong culinary skills with an emphasis on creativity in menu planning.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Join our team where your culinary expertise will be valued, and your contributions will help shape an exceptional dining experience for our guests.