Lead Sauté

Circa 1886•Charleston, SC

About The Position

Circa 1886, a fine dining restaurant, is seeking a Lead Sauté. The role calls for prior sauté experience and a background in fine dining. The ideal candidate loves cooking, takes pride in their ingredients and station, keeps a level head, accepts constructive criticism, and works cooperatively and efficiently with a team. Creativity is encouraged. The candidate should have in-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices, grilling, and cooking methods. The restaurant is closed on Sundays and on Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day. The employer describes a great work/life balance and offers competitive wages commensurate with experience. Insurance coverage is available after 60 days, holiday pay after 90 days, and two weeks of paid vacation after one year of employment. Employee meals and parking are also available.

Requirements

Prior experience in a fine dining restaurant is required.
Prior sauté experience.
Love of cooking and pride in ingredients and station.
Ability to keep a level head and accept constructive criticism.
Ability to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team environment.
In-depth knowledge of restaurant best practices, grilling, and cooking methods.

Nice To Haves

A certificate and/or degree in Culinary Arts.

Responsibilities

Ensure the prep station is properly set up and stocked.
Maintain a clean workstation and food preparation and storage areas that meet or exceed health and safety standards.
Prepare ingredients, cook, and assemble dishes to an exact standard.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the chef or sous-chef.