Sous Chef at The Black Whale New Bedford, MA

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Compensation

Professional Operation

Growing Company

Job summary

The Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute is hiring a Sous Chef for The Black Whale, an esteemed restaurant in New Bedford, MA. The chef will oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure the delivery of high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent service standards.

Ideal applicants have a passion for food, proven leadership skills, and at least 2 years of experience in a similar role. Enjoy competitive compensation in a vibrant restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as Sous Chef in a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to inspire cooperation and teamwork.
• Experience with POS systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Kitchen Managers and all hourly positions.
• Reports to Partners & General Manager.
• Maintains a clean dining room and oversees food service.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Problem resolution

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Title

Sous Chef – The Black Whale, New Bedford, MA.

Overview

The Black Whale is the premier high-volume restaurant (200 seats, over $8,000,000 in sales) on the South Coast of MA, serving innovative coastal cuisine. It is part of Servedwell Hospitality, owners of Cisco New Bedford and Joe's Original restaurants. Known for high quality creative dishes and sushi, paired with excellent service, in a waterfront location.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Partners & General Manager.
• Supervises and oversees Kitchen Managers and all hourly positions.

Required Experience and Training

• Minimum 2 years' experience working as Sous Chef in a similar restaurant concept or successful Sous Chef with The Black Whale and Cisco NB.
• Successful completion of The Black Whale and Cisco NB Management Training Program.
• Successful completion of Sous Chef Development Guide.

Key Qualifications

• Passion for great food and hospitality.
• Strong culinary skills.
• Proven leadership.
• Demonstrated track record of leading high-performing teams.
• Ability to achieve positive financial results.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem resolution skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage workload with minimum direction.
• Inspires cooperation and teamwork through self-confidence, positive attitude, and enthusiasm.
• Remains positive and calm under stressful conditions.
• High-level organizational skills.
• Experienced and proficient with basic computer technology (POS systems, Microsoft Office).
• Strong commitment to serving others.
• Dependable and trustworthy.
• Committed to professional and personal self-development.

Physical Requirements

• Sufficient mobility including bending, turning, twisting upper body, reaching.
• Able to transport and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Able to maintain a clean dining room and pick up debris in all areas.
• Able to work while standing and moving at a rapid pace as the job requires.
• Able to perform tasks in a variety of temperature ranges, from cool/freezer to warm kitchen area.
• Must meet any federal, state, county, or municipal regulations pertaining to the service of food and beverages.

Benefits

Excellent Compensation; Professional Operation; Best restaurant on the South Coast; Growing Company.

Additional Information

Exciting New Bedford Waterfront Restaurant!