Sous Chef - Pastry

Relais & Châteaux•Barnard, VT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pastry Sous Chef serves in a leadership role in many areas of the kitchen’s operations. He/she works in close collaboration with the Executive Pastry Chef and Executive Chef in overall kitchen management- including menu development and execution for our Michelin-level Fine Dining Restaurant and Twiggs Restaurant, the establishment/maintenance of quality standards, dessert production and recipe development, and close collaboration with the culinary team.

Requirements

In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations- including utilizing tools/equipment, planning and preparing a wide range of foods, and working in an effective team format.
Capable and knowledgeable in producing consistent and high quality product in a timely manner.
Able to offer fresh ideas and creativity toward menu development and presentation.
Knowledgeable of nutritional standards and in management of alternatives to allergy/dietary restrictions.
Able to take direction, self-start, and work independently with appropriate time management skills and follow through/completion of tasks.
Skilled in effective training, coaching and mentoring.
Skilled in exerting clear and strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Adept at providing clear direction, fielding questions, and providing clarification in a supportive and positive tone.
Able to embody and model a dedication to quality assurance with sincerity in working to exceed guest expectations.
Able to maintain promote a positive attitude and ability to work well with other team members despite strains and demands.
Able to exert strong organizational skills and efficient management of work station.
Knowledgeable of basic kitchen and food safety procedures– including proper use of equipment and handling and storing of foods.
Familiar with basic inventory tracking and management.
Proficient in fundamental computer abilities – particularly in research and data management.

Nice To Haves

Culinary education and/or on the job training with hotel and fine dining experience preferred
Previous experience cooking in fine dining , Relais & Chatueaux, or Michelin level restaurant

Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the leadership team to help move the property into a successful and profitable direction by continuing to develop and implement supervisory responsibilities- particularly in functions related to performance management and motivation.
Regularly assist in managing labor resources through staff scheduling, payroll verification, employee evaluation, hiring, and termination.
Take a role in the training/coaching of staff- serving as a mentor within the kitchen to build up the collective knowledge, skills, and abilities of the kitchen team.
On occasion, assume the “Manager On Duty” and full leadership responsibilities associated with supervision of kitchen staff and kitchen production.
With the guest’s culinary experience foremost in mind, execute and supervise the preparation/cooking of various food items - ensuring all offerings consistently live up to our Five Star recognition.
Continually monitor details of food production, ordering, inventory, cost, quality/consistency, and the accommodation of guest specifications.
Proactively utilize culinary knowledge and creativity in proposing, developing and implementing thoughtful and novel menu items that build on Twin Farm’s brand success.
Plan, coordinate, and implement culinary offerings particular to special events and holiday functions.
Assume the role of liaison between the kitchen and other hotel departments- demonstrating superb lateral service, collaboration, and teamwork.
Ensure that staff is knowledgeable and observant in following department safety procedures and policies- including proper organization of work stations as well as sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment.
Perform other necessary duties as assigned.