Sous Chef

Settles Hill Banquets & Events; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A high-end event catering service in New York is seeking a talented Sous Chef to work closely with the Head Chef to create innovative menus and prepare delicious meals. The ideal candidate must have a strong culinary background with experience in grill, fry, and sauté techniques. Strong management and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to thrive under pressure. This role offers competitive pay commensurate with experience and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation is a must.
• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure.
• Grill, fry, sauté experience is a must.
• Advanced culinary techniques and recipe knowledge are essential.
• Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff with strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative menus according to seasonal availability.
• Assist Head Chef with kitchen operations to increase revenue.
• Supervise and coordinate food preparation and presentation.
• Provide training and leadership for kitchen staff.
• Maintain inventory and check deliveries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Task reception

Organization

Management skills

Leadership skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Certification from culinary school preferred

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification

Tools

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with our Head Chef to create innovative menus/specials and prepare delicious meals. The ideal candidate is experienced, creative, and a strong leader. If you have a passion for creating meals that “wow,” we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Create innovative menus according to the seasonal availability of ingredients and customer expectations
• Prepare and plate food according to kitchen specifications in a sanitary and timely manner
• Assist Head Chef with kitchen operations with a goal of increasing revenue and profit
• Supervise and coordinate food preparation and presentation
• Provide training and leadership for kitchen staff
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and check in all incoming deliveries for appropriate inventory
• Follow all food safety rules and regulations
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment
• Assume responsibility of the quality of food that is cooked & served
• Ability to supervise kitchen and associated employees

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED
• Previous culinary experience
• Certification from culinary school preferred
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes
• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure
• Excellent management and leadership skills
• Skills: attention to detail, task reception, organization
• RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION IS A MUST
• GRILL, FRY, SAUTE experience is a MUST
• Ability to actively work the line

PAY TO COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE