Catering Sous Chef
About The Position
Do you want to work with a business-minded team to execute unique menus? Are you diligent in preparing an out-of-this-world eater experience? Sifted is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team of experience makers in our Bay Area market. We provide daily lunch for some of the hottest startups. We need a Sous Chef who can spice up our menus, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is responsive to the needs of our clients. We put a lot of heart, energy, and creativity into our food. If you share the same vision and passion for creating unforgettable meals, apply now and let’s get cooking!
Requirements
- Has a minimum of 2 years Sous Chef experience for large volume cooking for at least 300+, catering experience preferred.
- Has worked in previous kitchen roles such as line cook, prep/dishwasher
- Has excellent communication skills
- Thinks quickly and critically under pressure
- Enjoys exercising creativity to develop new menus
- Understands diverse cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment
- Has experience with Google applications (Gmail, Google Drive), Microsoft Office and is comfortable communicating through email. Computer skills are required.
Responsibilities
- Support the city kitchen alongside the Managing Chef
- Assist with the design of unique weekly menus, special events and holiday specials for all dietary needs and restrictions
- Assist with daily pack out
- Assist with managing,training, and coaching the kitchen staff
- Execute strict quality control and assurance
- Monitor inventory, assist with ordering
- Monitor portion control and food costs
- Ensure the kitchen operations meet company and facility standards
- Oversee daily kitchen opening and closing duties, including deep cleaning
- Comply with and enforce sanitary regulations and safety standards
- Complete all required documentation, reports and/or logs in a timely manner
- Contribute to discussions around menus, new policies, implementation, new services
Benefits
- Compensation : $80k-90k per year + yearly bonus opportunity; negotiable based on experience
- Company-sponsored health insurance plans, including 100% company-paid HDHP, as well as vision + dental opt-in
- Unlimited paid time off; 10 paid company holidays; paid winter break
- 401(k) program after six months of employment
- Monthly cell phone usage reimbursement
- Free lunch during meal service
- 100% mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities to take on larger roles within our organization + learn with a fast-growing start-up
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
