EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF

Saratoga Harness Racing, Inc. • State College, PA

6d • $55,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Sous Chef assists in and is fully responsible for managing the food production area. This role involves training and supervision of food production personnel, coordinating activities across different food production areas as required by the director, and monitoring food costs. The Executive Sous Chef ensures the Production Department adheres to Local and State Health Department Codes, evaluates supervised personnel, and communicates daily needs and expectations to supervisors and line employees. This position also monitors payroll costs for the food production area, performs other assigned duties, and promotes outstanding customer relations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Sous Chef leadership role.
• Experience managing kitchen operations across multiple outlets.
• Successfully leading teams of 30 or more culinary employees in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong team development skills.
• Strong food quality skills.
• Strong operational management skills.
• Able to lift and carry 50 lbs. frequently.
• Able to stand and walk for 6-8 hours.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate from Culinary School preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists in, and is fully responsible for managing the food production area.
• Responsible for training and supervision of food production personnel.
• Coordinates activities at different food production areas as required by the director.
• Monitors food costs and assists with requisition of daily food purchase orders.
• Ensures that the Production Department maintains the standards set by the Local and State Health Department Codes.
• Evaluates those personnel directly supervised in accordance with personnel guidelines.
• Directly communicates with all supervisors and line employees on daily needs, requirements and expectations.
• Monitors payroll cost for food production area as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Promotes outstanding customer relations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree