Sous Chef

Cosmos Club; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Great Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Generous paid time off policy

Opportunities for discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Cosmos Club is looking for a Full-time Bell Person dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality. As part of a collaborative kitchen, you will assist in food production, menu planning, and training culinary staff.

Ideal candidates are those with a passion for culinary excellence and teamwork, preferably with four years of culinary experience. The position includes full-time benefits like healthcare and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Four years or more of progressive culinary experience preferred.
• Able to express creativity through food selections and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and organizing banquet and restaurant food production.
• Oversee training and development of culinary employees.
• Assist culinary management with menu development.

Skills

Creativity in food preparation

Problem-solving under pressure

Computer skills (Word, Excel, Google Docs)

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Do you thrive in a collaborative kitchen where quality and teamwork come first?

Are you excited to help develop seasonal menus and memorable dining experiences?

Do you want to be part of a culinary team dedicated to excellence, tradition, and innovation?

If you answered yes, please know that Cosmos Club is seeking a Full-time Bell Person to further provide true hospitality to our distinguished members and guests.

Cosmos Club is looking for team members who believe in the impact of kindness and the power of teamwork. We strive to provide our members and guests an atmosphere of warmth, dignity, and elegance. If you would like to be a part of our mission, check out the position below!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Cosmos Club, founded in 1878, is a private social club for men and women distinguished in science, literature and the arts or public service. Members come from virtually every profession that has anything to do with scholarship, creative genius or intellectual distinction.

Summary

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Sous Chef in production and shift coverage for banquets, restaurant and pastry. They will assist in production and execution of any special club function, i.e. Chef's Table, GM Luncheons. They will assist with the ordering, requisitioning, preparation and execution of banquet or restaurant events. They will make sure their staff is working within an effective cost conscientious manner.

Primary Functions

• Assists with planning, organizing and controlling all banquet and restaurant related food production
• Oversees the training and development of culinary employees
• Assists culinary management with developing banquet, restaurant and special event menus that evoke seasonal change
• Assists with developing standardized recipes and procedures for consistency and training purposes
• Communicates effectively with all departments

Please note this job description is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or tasks that may be required for this position. Employees will have many opportunities other than those listed. Any questions regarding essential functions of this position may be asked at the time of contact.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand for long periods of time, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull food trays and carts up to 50 lbs routinely with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

• Full-time position
• 401k benefits included
• Great Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long-term Disability
• Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• Expertly crafted shift meals
• Generous paid time off policy and holiday pay
• Rate of pay commensurate with experience
• Opportunities to participate in company picnics, educations and more!

Qualifying Experience and Education

• Able to express creativity through food selections, preparation and presentation
• Able to solve problems quickly under pressure
• Basic computer skills (typing, Word, Excel, Google Docs, printing)
• Four years or more of progressive culinary experience preferred
• Culinary degree is preferred, but not required