Executive Sous Chef (Fine Dining)
About The Position
Truluck's is seeking a Professional Fine Dining Executive Sous Chef candidate to join their exceptional team of culinary professionals in Dallas. The Executive Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the overall leadership of the culinary functions. Successful candidates will have a minimum of seven (7) years’ previous culinary experience and experience in preparing culinary products, coaching members of the culinary staff and cooking in high-volume environments. They must possess the ability to follow all recipes and systems and have a proven history of professionalism, accountability, leadership, and team commitment.
Requirements
- Minimum of seven (7) years’ previous culinary experience
- Experience in preparing culinary products
- Experience coaching members of the culinary staff
- Experience cooking in high-volume environments
- Ability to follow all recipes and systems
- Proven history of professionalism, accountability, leadership, and team commitment
- Proven working experience as an executive chef (6-10 years preferred)
- Excellent record of kitchen leadership
- Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
- Capable of delegating multiple tasks
- Communication and leadership skills
- Keep up with cooking trends and best practices.
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, R365, Aloha POS)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related certificate (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
- Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
- Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs.
- Supervise kitchen staff’s activities.
- Arrange equipment purchases and repairs.
- Recruit and manage kitchen staff.
- Rectify problems arising or complaints.
- Give prepared plates the “final touch.”
- Perform administrative duties.
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Keep time and payroll records.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Associate degree
