Description

Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse in South St. Paul is hiring immediately for a Sous Chef.

This position supervises and coordinates the daily operations of the culinary department, including managing the culinary team, exemplifying and training the culture, and overseeing workflow to ensure the department is operating to plan. Working with the direction of the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef assists in leading the development and growth of a market-leading brand, focused on a strong safety culture, consistent delivery of innovation, creativity, first-class service, and the creation of memorable entertainment experiences.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and oversight to the culinary department within the restaurant to ensure economical and timely food production.
• Reviews and ensures appropriate staffing levels in line with payroll, budget, reservations, guest flow, and guest needs.
• Cooks, prepares and/or otherwise directs the preparation process to ensure all food is created and presented according to the approved recipes and procedures.
• Maintains a culinary presence on the dining room floor, visiting with guests and establishing guest relationships when possible.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly inventories as required for controls and financial reports.
• Exercises reasonable care, performs required maintenance, and ensures operating instructions, safety standards, and guidelines are followed for restaurants equipment and facility assets.
• Supervises culinary, dishwashing, and other kitchen personnel and coordinates their assignments to ensure economical and timely food production and staff performance is to standard.
• Reviews financial transactions and monitors budget to ensure efficient operations and maximum profits.
• Assists in purchasing, preparation, and delivery of all food and non-food items as necessary.
• Receives and quality checks purchased items to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Plans, develops and implements menus in conjunction with Executive Chef and assists in developing recipe cards for all menu items to ensure consistency and profitability.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• At least 3 years of related supervisory or management experience in a high volume, high energy, food and beverage environment.
• Exceptional knowledge in food preparation.
• Working knowledge of food cost, purchasing and kitchen equipment operation.
• Proficient computer skills necessary to complete all tasks required.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to food, safety, sanitation, and employment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to walk, squat, reach, use hands, talk, hear, see and lift and move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to communicate professionally, to work effectively in a restaurant environment as well as an office environment, and to occasionally travel (locally) to other Morrissey Hospitality business units.
• Food safety certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Fulltime Position Benefits:

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account for Vision & Dental
• Flexible Spending Account for Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Account for Commuter Expenses
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Worker’s Compensation
• Military Leave
• MN Sick and Safe Time
• Jury Duty
• Witness Duty
• Holiday pay (hourly employees must work)
• Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Personal Leave (LOA)
• Voting Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• School Leave

About Stockyards

South St. Paul’s Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse serves exceptional chophouse cuisine, with a focus on craveable, charbroiled meats, seafood, and chicken. We work with fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients whenever possible, and work as a team to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests. Stockyards culinary team works collaboratively, intentionally, and creatively.

Stockyards is operated by Morrissey Hospitality, which is composed of nearly two dozen unique restaurant, hotel and event concepts. You’re not just getting another job when you join the Morrissey team. You’re becoming a part of our team a team that works through challenges together, supports and encourages one another, lifts their communities and prides themselves on exceptional experiences and genuine hospitality.

Morrissey Hospitality offers our employees exceptional work environments, generous pay and benefits, and opportunities for education, training, and advancement. We are only as strong as our people, which is why we help you achieve your very best at work, in your career and in your life.

For more information on our career opportunities, visit us at Careers/Jobs | Morrissey Hospitality