Sous Chef (Longhouse)

Cowlitz Indian Tribe; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ilani is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead food preparation under the Restaurant Chef and guide kitchen staff to deliver high-quality dishes. You will ensure hygiene, assist with menu development, and uphold the restaurant's policy and vision in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to train teammates while maintaining schedule integrity and equipment care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a culinary degree coupled with hands-on sous chef experience.
• Ability to lead a team in a high-volume kitchen and deliver quality dishes.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards for food safety.

Responsibilities

• Promotes superior guest service and maintains brand standards.
• Directs food preparation with the Restaurant Chef and guides kitchen staff.
• Develops diversified menus aligned with restaurant policy and vision.
• Ensures hygiene and food safety across all prep stages.
• Keeps professional equipment in good condition and reports malfunctions.
• Trains junior kitchen staff to maximize efficiency and output.
• Organizes work schedules and maintains kitchen discipline.
• Collaborates on cross‑marketing efforts to boost profits.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Stratton Warren

Info-Genesis POS

Kronos Payroll

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES

IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING EMPLOYEE, PLEASE NAVIGATE TO THE INTERNAL JOB POSTING USING THIS LINK:

https://wd5.myworkday.com/cowlitz/d/inst/1$9925/9925$5450.htmld

Pledge for Success:

We are dedicated in hiring outstanding individuals who share in our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.

Position Summary:

The Sous Chef is responsible for planning and directing food preparation. This includes providing guidance to other kitchen staff, as well as assisting as needed through the direction of the Restaurant Chef.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani.
• Works with the Restaurant Chef to produce diversified menus in accordance with the restaurant's policy and vision.
• Make certain the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with the ingredients and ending with the finished dish which leaves the kitchen door.
• Make certain that the professional equipment is in good condition and signal any malfunction before it affects the staff or the clients.
• Help develop new dishes which appeal to guests, whenever required.
• Establish the working schedule and organize the work in the kitchen.
• Produce high quality dishes that follow up the established menu and level up to brand standards, as well as to guest requirements.
• Train the auxiliary kitchen staff in-order-to provide best results in minimum time while maximizing available resources.
• Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours.
• Give input on a cross-marketing strategy in-order-to increase profit, such as pairing drinks with the food served.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Culinary degree and 3 years as a Sous Chef or Lead Cook in a Restaurant or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.
• Ability to learn all required systems including Stratton Warren, Info-Genesis POS, and Kronos Payroll software.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and utensils – a proper knowledge of the kitchen tools and utensils is required in order to perform the specific tasks and requirements.
• Work well under pressure and possess good learning skills.
• Excellent communication skills – the kitchen's staff works mainly under pressure, so conveying the message clearly, concise and in a polite manner is essential for good collaboration and perfect overall results.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 40 lbs.
• Must possess a valid food service card. MAST certified.
• Must work overtime when needed and assist the workload of others.
• Must perform physical activities in a variety of environmental conditions that require moderate to maximum strength including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and handling of materials.
• Must be willing to work in a smoking environment.
• Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures.

Work Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity!