Sous Chef

FIRESTONE WALKER INC•Buellton, CA

31d•$26 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Born in a humble shed on the back-forty of the family vineyard, Firestone Walker is a California beer company like no other – founded by two brothers-in-law who simply wanted to make the perfect beer. Now a regional craft brewery, our singular purpose remains – to craft the world’s best beers. Passionately in pursuit of the perfect beer… and never satisfied.

Requirements

High Diploma or equivalent
3 years of experience in various kitchen positions (food prep, line cook, fry cook, pizza station) preferred
6 months of similar experience to a Sous Chef Manager
Food Handler’s and RBS Certification Required
Must be at least 21 years of age to handle alcoholic beverages (beer) used in food preparation
Basic mathematical skills
Ability to utilize kitchen equipment such as digital tools
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Strong leadership skills and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure that all food and products are prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and presentation standards
Enforce company and department policies, including safe operation of kitchen equipment and sanitation procedures
Train and onboard of new kitchen staff in product knowledge, standardized recipes, preparation techniques, plating standards and food safety
Conduct regular inspections to ensure equipment is clean and maintained in working condition according to the preventative maintenance programs
Follow proper product requisition, storage procedures, and waste control practices
Assist in scheduling labor based on anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met
Support Taproom Chef with administration of prompt, fair, and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures
Maintain appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, equipment, and food storage
Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points at all times utilizing line check protocols
Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
Other duties as assigned
Assist in supervising and directing kitchen staff
Provide continuous coaching, training, and performance feedback
Ensure required certifications are maintained (RBS, FHC)
Document and communicate employee performance issues or status changes as required.
Ensure that kitchen staff hours are entered into the timekeeping system and approved by deadlines.

Benefits

Health Insurance 100% employer paid premiums for employee medical, dental, vision, & life insurance
Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company sponsored paid parental leave
Paid Sick Leave
401(k) retirement plan including company paid profit sharing & 4% safe-harbor matching
Accrued PTO (rate of 13 days per year)
10 paid holidays per year
Employee discount of 50% off food, beer, and merchandise
Periodic beer giveaways for employees 21+