C. Ellet's Steakhouse: Executive Sous Chef

Hopkins and Company • Atlanta, GA

10h

About The Position

Executive Sous Chef at C. Ellet's Steakhouse We are seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to join our team of driven and enthusiastic hospitality professionals. At C. Ellet’s we pride ourselves in being the premier dining experience of The Battery, offering top tier steaks, incredible seafood, and delicious craft cocktails. C. Ellet’s pays homage to the great American steakhouses and Chef Hopkins’ time spent cooking in New Orleans. From fast-paced game days to relaxed private dining experiences, C. Ellet’s is a convivial place for all to gather and celebrate. What is the Job? The Executive Sous Chef is a highly skilled position which plays an important role in maintaining positive experiences for our team and our guests. As a Executive Sous, you will manage the hourly, back of house staff and assists in the day-to-day operations of all areas of the kitchen including production, prep, stewarding, purchasing and receiving. You are responsible for ensuring consistency of recipes, making sure all line cooks are trained to create all menu items following our carefully tailored recipes. You will work closely with restaurant management and company leadership to ensure the success of the restaurant as a whole, maintaining a thriving, organized, and professional team with care for excellent guest experience.

Requirements

• Culinary degree preferred
• Have at least 5+ years of kitchen leadership experience in fine dining restaurants
• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Food safety knowledge
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook 365 and Excel
• Able to move and/or lift heavier product of up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time; occasionally kneel, bend, and crouch as required to reach items at varying height levels
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and effectively

Nice To Haves

• Has a passion for food, beverage, and hospitality with a willingness to continue education
• Has a kind, friendly, and welcoming attitude with a desire to serve others and provide memorable hospitality
• Works constructively with their teammates, celebrating one another and lending a helping hand
• Possesses excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, manage time and prioritize
• Demonstrates our core values of integrity, passion, respect, and curiosity

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistency and deliciousness of all menu items, training the team to understand and follow the recipes
• Maintain a working knowledge of all recipes, products and production procedures
• Conduct ongoing training to ensure staff members are upholding core values and standards
• Ensuring food cost and labor goals are met, helping to achieve or exceed monthly and seasonal sales goals
• Monitor kitchen safety and cleanliness and assist to correct maintenance issues
• Nurture farmer and purveyor relationships for best product and cost
• Oversee weekly inventory including ordering, receiving, re-stocking and coding
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized kitchen according to brand standards; restocks all items as needed throughout shift
• Consistent adherence to the uniform policy
• Reports for duty on time and manages one’s shift, communicating with the management team when leaving their station for breaks or family meal

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience with performance based raises and promotions
• Medical, dental, vision, life and short term disability for eligible full-time employees
• Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
• 25% discount at all Hopkins and Company restaurants and 10% discount at all Hopkins and Company retail shops
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Daily family meal
• Employee referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed