Sous Chef

Essential Functions and Duties
Brew Pub Operations
-Responsible for maintaining all operations standards during their shift including ticket times, sanitation, plate presentation and food safety
-Diligently ensures that we are always serving safe food
-Updates and reads the manager log every shift
-Ensures the sanitation, maintenance and organization of the kitchen, dish room, down stairs pantry, walk-in coolers and the upstairs kitchen
-Assist with planned events and promotions in conjunction with other restaurant managers and Events staff
-Assists in establishing pars and ensures we carry a responsible amount of product
-Collaborates with team on menu offerings
-Assists in creating and rolling out daily specials
-Provide and maintain a safe and secure working environment

Training & Coaching
-Assists in hiring, training, development and discipline of the kitchen staff
-Teach and coach team members throughout the shift on standards, quality and creativity
-Conducts quarterly check-ins and annual reviews with the BOH staff
-Conducts interviews for kitchen staff
-Assists in conducting department meetings to revisit policies and procedures and connect with the staff
-Participates in daily Q-Times with FOH and BOH staff

Reporting & Controls
-Participates in the weekly manager meeting as needed
-Accurately completes paperwork pertaining to labor and necessary documentation for accounting
-Audits labor at the end of each shift to make sure everyone is properly clocked in and out
-Conducts monthly inventory of all food items
-Receives and inspect incoming orders
-Responsible for keeping waste at a minimum and keeping food costs in line
-Inspects the entire kitchen at the end of each shift to insure sanitation levels are being met
-Other duties and tasks as assigned

Education
Associates degree (or equivalent) in related field preferred
Work Experience
Minimum three to five years of experience in the restaurant/hospitality industry, preferably with from-scratch cuisine
Required Qualifications

• Servesafe manager certification
• Prior management experience preferred
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Dedication to ensuring excellent service and to seeing issues through to resolution
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Understands and utilizes Appreciative Inquiry
• Understands Lean principles with a focus on processes
• Strong knowledge of the Craft Beer industry