Sous Chef

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced sous chef for an established, busy, fun restaurant in Midtown Kingston, NY. Eliza's menu is focused on simple, well-prepared, high quality ingredients with influences from around the world. A centerpiece of our program is a live-fire grill used to showcase the beauty of the ingredients we use. We are a supportive team that strives to not only put out beautiful food, but also preserve quality of life for our employees. Our emphasis is on professionalism, finding balance, taking care of each other, and creating jobs with longevity and security.

Duties

• Collaborate with executive chef to maintain all kitchen operations including ordering, scheduling, costing, sanitation practices and menu development.
• Collaborate with executive chef to devise special dishes and develop recipes for: daily and seasonal specials, special events and holiday menus.
• Establish and enforce sanitation standards in accordance with the standards of the Ulster County Department of Health.
• Collaborate with executive chef to oversee the day-to-day operation and activities of the Eliza BOH staff.
• Enforce, conduct, and promote ongoing staff trainings for the department including, but not limited to: food preparation training, sanitation best practices and safety training.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, service, and cleanliness.
• Maintain professional relationships with vendors.
• Available to work a flexible schedule based on business demands and staffing needs.
• Participate in hiring, training, and development of kitchen department staff.
• Attend department meetings when required to keep all departments informed.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all present and future policies, rules, and procedures.
• Maintain all kitchen equipment is in excellent working condition. Coordinate all repairs necessary with executive chef, general manager and maintenance head.
• Interact with guests of Eliza in a professional manner.
• Ensure safe conditions. Correct any unsafe conditions immediately and ensure reporting of unsafe conditions to the executive chef and general manager.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a line cook or sous chef in a restaurant or catering environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling techniques is essential.
• Proficiency with knives and other kitchen equipment is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively with fellow staff members.
• A passion for cooking and creating exceptional dining experiences for guests.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• To perform this job successfully basic computer skills are needed. Have the ability to operate heavy duty industrial Kitchen equipment.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Eliza is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. Eliza will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,000 - $65,000