Executive Sous Chef

Position Overview:Our Sous Chefs partner with the Executive Chef to provide direction and training to team members by coaching, counseling, and providing feedback on job performance. The Sous Chefs are responsible for butchering and portion control, additionally they supervise team members who have been certified in butchering duties. We expect our Sous Chefs to have excellent communication skills, as they are responsible for the back of house team members and certain administrative tasks, including but not limited to scheduling, staffing, ordering and inventory. Our Sous Chefs oversee all back of house operations and food production for the restaurant and FIREBAR®.What we expect of you:Provides support to Executive Chef in all areas of responsibilityManages back of house team members, operations, and food production for the restaurant and FIREBAR®Provides direction and training to team members by coaching, counseling, and providing feedbackAccountable for ordering produce, seafood, and main food ordersConducts inventory bi-weekly in a team effortResponsible for scheduling back of house team membersResponsible for team development by interviewing and hiring back of house team members to maintain staffing goalsSupervises and participates in butchering and portion control on each shiftResponsible for creating a positive environment that sets the expectation for quality food and a neat, clean and organized kitchenWhat’s in it for you:Excellent earning potentialParticipation in a Profit Sharing PlanComprehensive trainingThree weeks of paid time-off annually401k Company MatchCompetitive benefits — Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life InsuranceNew restaurant openings — several growth opportunities for all team members!Holiday closures — closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day; early closures on Christmas Eve!Qualifications:2 years high volume, full service restaurant experience in a management positionWarm, passionate, and committed to the industryExcellent communication skillsAbility to remain calm, cool, and collected under pressureSelf-Actualized and motivatedSelf-discipline; maintained professional appearanceButchering experience preferredScratch Kitchen Experience preferredIf you are seeking a position with growth opportunities, in depth learning and development, and supportive team members, then spark the flame and apply to Firebirds today!Firebirds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company DescriptionFirebirds Wood Fired Grill is a collection of 69 polished-casual restaurants specializing in boldly flavored, classic American cuisine, including fresh steaks and seafood prepared from scratch and seared over local hickory, oak or pecan wood on an authentic wood-fired grill. Architectural features include custom-designed wine walls, inviting patios and the FIREBAR, which boasts a wide selection of artisan cocktails, craft beer and a robust wine list, including Firebirds private label wine, served at proper cellar temperatures. With its purpose to Serve, enrich and exceed, Firebirds prides itself on providing real value and unexpected delights to its guests, while weaving itself into the fabric of the communities it serves. To date, Firebirds has donated more than $4 million to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation to fund childhood cancer research through the sale of its freshly squeezed lemonade. Firebirds has received numerous national awards, including multiple Trip Advisor Certificates of Excellence and recognition in the FSR 50 Top 10 Fast-Growing Chains and as one of 10 Breakout Brands by Nations Restaurant News. For more information or to find a location, visit firebirdsrestaurants.com, like Firebirds on Facebook or follow Firebirds on Twitter at @FirebirdsGrill or Instagram at @FirebirdsGrill.

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000