Sous Chef

About the position

The Company is currently seeking a professional and energetic Sous Chef to join our Culinary team for Walkers Exchange Restaurant located at the Galt House Hotel. Walker's Exchange features the style of a Kentucky brasserie and is located in the old Fountain Room adjacent to The Belvedere overlooking the Ohio River at The Galt House Hotel. This Three Meal Restaurant features a Brick Burning Oven as the centerpiece of the 300 seat Dining Room. Sunday Brunch is our signature meal period, aiming to attract the packed house at the Hotel and be the must go, top of the list spot, for locals every Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations to ensure the proper production of food items and kitchen compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and organize the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. Delegate and follow up on assigned objectives.
• Assist the Executive Chef in the creation of menu items, recipe cards and plate presentations. Ensures adherence to established standards.
• Assist the Executive Chef in managing food costs and labor costs and labor productivity according to financial guidelines.
• Assist in the execution of departmental goals.
• Provide training in food production and equipment usage to the culinary staff within the designated kitchen.
• Ensure that kitchen staff performs according to HACCP, OSHA, and sanitation guidelines.
• Oversee proper requisition, storage, utilization and inventory of food products.
• Interact with guests and service staff to ensure guest satisfaction and resolve guest complaints.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Maintain knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Ensure that staff report to work as scheduled; document any late or absent employees.
• Ensure that each Kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies and equipment to meet the business demand.
• Provide feedback to staff on their performance; handle disciplinary problems and counsel employees according to Hotel standards.
• Must be flexible in work hours and available to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience in the culinary industry.
• Positive leadership skills with the ability motivate staff in a fast paced working environment.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• High level of creativity.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions.
• Familiar with industry's best practices.
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs to include Microsoft Office, Excel and restaurant management software.
• Ability to work flexible schedule.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401k
• Complimentary meal in associate cafeteria
• Complimentary parking
• Discount on Wyndham Properties nationwide