Sous Chef

Carver Road Hospitality; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carver Road Hospitality's Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a professional Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in all kitchen operations, with a focus on training and staff support. You will help ensure safety, quality, and timely service for both dining room and events.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years as a Sous Chef, is proficient with POS systems and computer tools, and communicates effectively with guests and team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with POS systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Train and support BOH staff; maintain safety and sanitation.
• Ensure order accuracy via POS and kitchen communication.
• Assist in payroll, inventory, and purchasing.
• Plan menus and manage supplies.
• Schedule and coach employees.

Skills

Computer proficiency

POS system experience

Verbal & written communication

Spanish language a plus

Tools

POS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Flanker LV - Las Vegas, NV 89119Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 SalaryJob Category: Restaurant - Food Service

About Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar

Carver Road Hospitality debuts Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on June 10, 2023. Steps from the walkway to Allegiant Stadium, the 8,445-square-foot destination is a dynamic fan, dining, and drinking experience. The menu of enhanced American classics features scratch burgers, sliders, shareable tacos, and a healthy selection of salads and bowls. A full beverage program includes signature cocktails and a vast selection of draft and bottled beer. Flanker is perfect for group dining and events with its highly customizable environments including a main dining room, bar and lounge, three private dining suites accommodating 20, 40, or 60 guests, a private 20-seat karaoke room, and a 24-seat dining patio.

Position Summary

The Sous Chef will support the Executive Chef in all aspects of restaurant operations, with primary focus on training and supporting the kitchen staff. The sous chef will be responsible for the safety and success of the kitchen when the Executive Chef is away.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Carver Road Hospitality Employee Handbook.
• Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.
• Ensures BOH employees accurately follow all orders received from the POS system and/or direction from the expeditor.
• Handles all food items by washing, chopping, and cutting according to recipe specifications.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of stations, the kitchen, and the entire venue in accordance with Health Department
• Ensures all stored product is labeled and stored following FIFO and company standards.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes and execution and trains BOH employees
• Required to check cover counts, BEOs and/or Fire Sheets.
• Create production lists and assignments.
• Supervise the execution of regular service, catering, take-out, delivery and all in/off-venue events.
• Communicates product needs to the chefs, and the support staff.
• Assist Executive Chef in completing payroll, inventory and purchasing.
• Assist in menu planning, inventory and managing of supplies
• Assist in interviewing, training, scheduling, and coaching employeesPossesses practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised employees.
• Reports all breakage or damage of equipment immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in any training sessions, departmental meetings, and daily pre-service meetings.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

Our Ideal Candidate:

• 2 years previous experience as a Sous Chef and/or similar position preferred
• Proficient with computers (Microsoft Products), POS and technology
• Professional verbal and written communication with guests, employees, vendors, and ownership. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
• Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
• Working environment may include exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.