Sous Chef

Merriman's - Kapalua; Lahaina (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Lahaina, Hawaii is looking for a full-time Sous Chef to prepare meals for private events. The role involves reviewing menus, ensuring food service coordination, and adhering to sanitation guidelines. Candidates should have at least 1 year of food preparation experience and culinary training is preferred. This position offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant food service environment, contributing to various functions while ensuring high-quality meal service.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of food preparation experience required.
• Experience with fine dining preferred.
• Food Service Sanitation Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dinners and meal service for private event functions.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Follow all sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Cooking skills

Knowledge of nutritional requirements

Food safety practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary institute graduate

Job description

We are currently seeking a full time Sous Chef.

Major responsibilities include:

• Prepare dinners and meal service for private event functions
• Review menus prior to preparation of food
• Assure that all food procedures are followed
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply
• Follow all sanitation guidelines
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a culinary institute, military school or formal on-the-job training preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience required
• Experience with fine dining food preparation preferred
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements
• Food Service Sanitation Certificate, preferred