Sous Chef (4487)

Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Performance-based Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Allowance for off-duty dining

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A casual Italian restaurant is seeking a hardworking Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations and create exceptional culinary experiences. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience, Food Safety certification, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary ranges from $55,000 to $65,000 per year, with additional benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Creating exceptional culinary experiences for guests.
• Overseeing daily kitchen operations.
• Training kitchen staff and upholding standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Sous Chef (4487) – Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano

Biaggi's is seeking a hardworking and reliable Sous Chef to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you are passionate about the culinary arts and committed to professional success, apply today.

Responsibilities

• Creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests.
• Overseeing and participating in the daily kitchen operations (opening/closing procedures, receiving, food prep, cooking).
• Training kitchen staff following company policies and procedures.
• Upholding standards for food preparation and plating, food safety and sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Controlling operational costs, taking inventories, and ordering food and supplies.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Strong culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices.
• Working knowledge of restaurant industry operations, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to lead a diverse team with varying degrees of experience.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate employees and obtain positive results.
• Strong time management, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to uphold vendor relationships and troubleshoot daily challenges with a customer service representative.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks to deliver on-time results.
• Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days to participate in management training.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening, and late-night shifts to match operational needs.
• Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks; hours vary based on operational needs.
• Exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.
• Must be able to stand, sit, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Sous Chef Employment Benefits

• Competitive Salary ($55,000 - $65,000 per year, based on experience).
• Performance-based Bonus Program (Up to $5,000 annually in years 1-3).
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation upon hire.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Allowance for off-duty dining.
• Relocation assistance.

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano is a casual Italian restaurant offering an extensive selection of house-made and imported pastas, soups, salads, pizza, seafood, steaks and desserts prepared with the freshest ingredients available and served in a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Restaurants