Sous Chef (7660)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Insurance: medical/dental/vision

Paid vacation

401(k) with match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano in Algonquin, IL seeks a hardworking Sous Chef to create exceptional dining experiences and lead daily kitchen operations. Role requires training staff, maintaining food safety and sanitation, and managing inventory and costs with a collaborative, positive attitude.

Qualified candidates must have strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to work varied shifts; travel for 35-45 days for management training is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food prep and cooking best practices.
• Ability to lead a diverse team and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and assist with opening/closing.
• Train kitchen staff and ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Uphold standards for food preparation, plating, safety and sanitation.
• Control costs, take inventories and order food and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with team and vendors; work in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Food safety

Leadership

Team communication

Time management

Problem solving

Hygiene

Job description

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.

Qualified candidates must be motivated, friendly, team-oriented, honest, and comfortable with managing people. Must be available to work consistently, act in a professional manner & have a positive attitude.

Sous Chef responsibilities include but are not limited to

creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests, overseeing & participating in the daily kitchen operations (opening/closing procedures, receiving, food prep, cooking), training kitchen staff following company policies & 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.

Sous Chef Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years 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.
• Must be able 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 any daily challenges with a customer service representative.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously 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.
• Must be able to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs.
• Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks. Work week hours will vary based on operational needs.
• Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
• Must have 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 annually, based on experience)
• Performance-based Bonus Program (up to $5,000)
• 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.