Sous Chef

OTG•Saint Paul, MN

20d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The OTG Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring that food preparation meets health and safety standards. The Sous Chef will lead, train and mentor Line Cooks. Key collaboration with our ever-growing set of world-class Chef partners gives the Sous Chef an opportunity to work with the best in the business in each local marketplace. Your culinary knowledge and leadership abilities will contribute to a positive dining experience for our guests.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited culinary institution preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef preferred.
Knowledge of FDA and/or major US metropolitan city health code adherence.
Proficiency in food costing, menu planning, inventory management, and procurement.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and kitchen management software.
Must be able to work varied hours/days, nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Multi-Unit, multi-concept, experience a plus.
Experience working with unionized employees preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide culinary, service, and operational support to site-level culinary and service teams.
Ensure training material and processes enable the delivery of exceptional cuisine.
Monitor food quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen.
Train and mentor kitchen staff in cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
Address quality and/or service gaps to develop continuous improvement across the organization. Make changes based on guest feedback to enhance the OTG dining experience.
Ensure menus and products are in line with food cost projections, operational feasibility, quality standards, and guest satisfaction.
Cultivate and foster effective partnerships with leadership to execute strategic culinary plans
Liaise with supply chain management to identify key potential supplier relationships
Uphold and promote the OTG core values and code of conduct