Sous Chef | Southern Tier - Buffalo, NY

Artbrewventures; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Quarterly incentive plan

Health benefits

Paid family leave

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Product discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Artisanal Brewing Ventures seeks an energetic Sous Chef for the Buffalo, NY Southern Tier Taproom. You will lead line readiness, supervise BOH staff, and ensure quality in every plate.

You will collaborate with Executive Chef to craft menus, pair foods with our beer platform, and manage inventory and safety. A minimum of 2 years in restaurant operations and Serve Safe certification are required; the role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant industry experience.
• Serve Safe Certified.
• Strong knowledge of craft beer and food pairings.
• Clear communication with managers and staff; ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily lineups, cleaning, cooking and line set schedules under direction of Exec Chef and GM.
• Oversee training and hiring to support a strong work ethic and culture.
• Develop menus with the Exec Chef for weekly specials and events, including beer pairings.
• Manage inventory and open/close procedures of the restaurant.
• Address customer complaints per company policy and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Restaurant experience

ServSafe Certified

Craft beer knowledge

Job description

## Sous Chef | Southern Tier - Buffalo, NYApplylocations: Southern Tier Brewing - Taproom | Buffalo, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100320Join our passionate community brought together by our love for great beer, cider, and the process that makes it all happen. Quality is our thing, and so is staying curious—always learning, tweaking, and pushing to get better at what we do. We’re fired up by the people who enjoy our pours and the teams that make it all possible. If you’re into collaboration, craft, and being part of a tight-knit crew, we’d love to raise a glass with you.**WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE OFFER**Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!): Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.* Competitive Compensation* Quarterly Incentive Plan* Exceptional Health Benefits- No Waiting Period to Enroll- Paid Family Leave* Flexible Schedules & Generous Paid Time Off* Ample Product Discounts* Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands**WHAT WE DO**At Southern Tier, some of the best moments happen with a great beer in hand. That idea—and our commitment to brewing beers that live up to those moments—led us to team up with Artisanal Brewing Ventures back in 2014. Since then, our brewers have been able to focus on what they do best, while Southern Tier has reached more craft beer fans in new places. Beyond that, sharing resources like marketing, administration, and accounting has created valuable business efficiencies. Access to carefully selected ingredients and the collaborative opportunities that come with scaling have made the Southern Tier-ABV partnership a true match made in craft beer heaven.We’re hiring for an energetic Sous Chef with restaurant industry experience who is excited to be a part of our team. Annual salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000, depending on experience. **WHAT YOU'LL DO*** Conduct daily line ups, cleaning, cooking and line set schedules consistent with direction given by Executive Chef and GM* Oversee training and hiring processes that encompass the company’s commitment to establishing a strong work ethic and culture* Use creativity in working with Executive Chef to develop culinary menus for weekly featured selections, private event menus, and occasional special events* Work with Executive Chef to concoct unique ways to pair our craft beer platform with our menu design, such as during seasonal and limited beer release offerings* Be a strong role model and supervisor for all back-of-house staff* Manage opening and closing procedures of restaurant as scheduled* Ownership for inventory management and supplies procurement* Respond and address to any customer complaints in accordance with company policy* Follow all restaurant safety procedures and take on the role of safety manager in advising and working with back-of-house staff; includes focus on hazard control points, sanitary food handling practices, adherence to all safety and health regulation of county health department**WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR*** A minimum of 2 years of restaurant industry experience* Serve Safe Certified* Strong knowledge of craft beer and/or serious interest in understanding and learning about methods of using beer in cooking and food pairings* Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room employees and staff* Physically capable of lifting and moving at least 50 pounds* Ability to hold a flexible work schedule and work in a fast-paced environment**Disclaimer**This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.