Sous Chef

Burma Inc•Menlo Park, CA

8d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Calling all foodies, the passionate, the inspired! At Burma Inc, it is more than just a "job", and we are more than just a "company". We are a small but mighty group of individuals passionate about food, life, people and culture. We are strong believers that food should be more than just fuel, it should be celebrated, act as a source of discovery, connection and feed a sense of adventure. Burma Inc is the company behind Burma Superstar, Burma Love and Burma Bites restaurants in the San Francisco/Bay Area. What started out as a single restaurant with a vision to bring Burmese/Asian cuisine to the world, has quickly turned into a family of restaurants, a non-profit organization, as well as a retail line, and this is just the beginning. Burma Inc is seeking a skilled and experienced SOUS CHEF to play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef in managing the kitchen and ensuring that all dishes reflect the authentic flavors of one of our Southeast Asian inspired restaurants located in the heart of the peninsula. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 + years of experience in the restaurant industry with a strong flair for creating mouthwatering dishes, menu development and the ability to aspire and mentor a team of culinary professionals. As a SOUS CHEF you will work alongside our Executive Chef to manage day to day kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality food and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. You will help lead a talented kitchen team, support staff-development, and ensure the consistent delivery of excellent food and service.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
Strong culinary knowledge and skills with a passion for food and creating memorable dishes
Excellent leadership and team management abilities
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and health regulations
Ability to multitask, prioritize and work well under pressure
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both kitchen and front-of-house (FOH) staff
Ability to acquire a California Food Handlers and Sexual Harassment certification (before or within 2 + weeks of hire date)

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing Kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking and plating
Supervise, train and mentor kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, cooking techniques and safety practices
Ensure the consistency of food quality, presentation and portion control
Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving ingredients and supplies
Enforce food safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with local health regulations
Collaborate with front-of-house (FOH) team to ensure seamless communication and an outstanding dining experience for guests
Help in menu development, testing new dishes and creating daily specials
Lead by example, demonstrating strong organizational skills and working efficiently under pressure