Junior Sous Chef- Pastry

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants • New Orleans, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for providing guests with excellent food quality, consistency, reasonable prices, in an attractive environment, and with professional service. The Junior Sous Chef will lead culinary functions to meet food quality goals, financial goals, facilities maintenance, and personnel development objectives.

Requirements

• Expertise in food product, presentation, quality and preparation along with menu concept and design.
• Time management and organizational ability required for high quality food production.
• Ability to work with minimal direction or supervision to complete assigned tasks.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
• Highly motivated and flexible, with the ability to take initiative.
• Flexible schedule, able to work mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends when needed.
• Food Handler Certification (if applicable).

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience in a related or supportive role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff and coordinate food orders, supervise food prep and cooking by checking food plating, temperature, and portion sizes.
• Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques.
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area.
• Assist with scheduling all kitchen staff.
• Promote all kitchen health and safety rules.
• Price menu items in collaboration with the Restaurant Manager; order food supplies and kitchen equipment; keep weekly and monthly cost reports as needed.
• Encourage and support team members in an effort to further their growth and development.
• Take on responsibilities outside of this job post at times, as we all do.

What This Job Offers

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