Sous Chef

Company: Inns of Aurora
Location: Aurora
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations and staff to ensure high quality cuisine and enforce health standards. Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks --- Responsible for kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine--- Plan and direct all cooking processes and food preparation in the kitchen--- Use quality control standards to ensure all food items are high quality and correctly portioned--- Prep & Execute all catering events--- Assist Chef de Cuisine in menu creation--- Oversee and expedite preparation of all food items--- Assist Chef de Cuisine with monthly food inventory--- Monitor and address any issues with kitchen equipment and communicate issues to the Operations Manager--- Supervise, oversee, and assist in managing the kitchen staff in accordance with the standards set forth by the Chef de Cuisine and Operations Manager--- Assist in training of staff for job competence and to ensure staff is aware of all policies and procedures included in a food service business--- Use progressive discipline effectively in the management of staff--- Develop, train, implement and maintain food sanitation practices and safety protocol--- Create strong, team-oriented relationships with and between staff members--- Maintain a strong presence in the kitchen and facility--- Ensure cleanliness of kitchen areas before, during and after meal periods--- Coordinate opening and closing procedures--- Ensure kitchen and staff members operate in accordance to the state and federal food and safety lawsRequirements --- Previous culinary and management/supervisory experience--- Strong leadership qualities to assist in managing and motivating staff members--- High levels of creativity and innovative qualities to inspire new ideas, recipes and general practices--- Passion for the food industry--- Excellent palate in order to taste, create and implement quality foods--- Excellent culinary techniques--- Ability to multi-task effectively under fast-paced working conditions--- Ability to maintain neat, professional and clean appearance and practices--- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, and general computer literacy--- Must demonstrate a professional demeanor and possess strong interpersonal skills--- Specialized organizational, written and verbal communication skills--- Flexibility with hourly schedules, including weekend, holiday and evening availabilitiesPREFERENCES --- Degree from a culinary institute --- Personal flair and desire for cuisine experimentation --- Knowledge and understanding of workplace safety proceduresBenefits We are proud to offer outstanding benefits to all of our employees. Full-time employees, those working 30 hours per week or more on average, are offered competitive medical and dental benefits, as well as generous paid time off packages. Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in our 401K program and supplementary benefits. We are particularly proud to offer all of our employees a highly competitive employee discount at all of our lodging and dining properties.

Keywords: Inns of Aurora, Syracuse , Sous Chef, Hospitality & Tourism , Aurora, New York