Sous Chef

Heirloom Group • Salt Lake City, UT

38d

About The Position

Roux is a neighborhood eatery located in downtown SLC. The menu is farm to table, changing seasonally. Wr are hiring for the sous chef position. This person will work with the exeutive chef to carry out the day-to-day kitchen operations for Roux.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a lead cook or sous chef.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Team player mentality with strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation and Service: Follow recipes and prep lists to prepare ingredients for cooking.
• Measure and assemble ingredients accurately to maintain consistency.
• Set up and organize workstations before and during service.
• Ensure all necessary ingredients and equipment are readily available.
• Cook and plate dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Monitor and adjust cooking temperatures to ensure food quality.
• Adhere to portion control and presentation standards.
• Stay informed about new cooking techniques and trends.
• Food Ordering Place weekly food orders to ensure dining room is supplied with prepped food
• Keep within food budgets and labor budgets
• Collaboration: Coordinate with executive chef on menu items, prep lists and ordering
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure the line is stocked for service.
• Communicate effectively with the executive chef and other team members.
• Inventory Management: Assist in inventory control by monitoring and restocking ingredients as needed.
• Report any shortages or discrepancies to the kitchen manager.
• Quality Control: Inspect food for quality and freshness before it is served.
• Ensure that all dishes leaving the kitchen meet established quality standards.
• Work efficiently to meet service demands and maintain timely order completion.
• Prioritize tasks to handle multiple orders simultaneously.
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist in the routine maintenance and cleaning of kitchen appliances.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off for FT employees
• Insurance Reimbursement Plans for FT employees
• Heirloom Restaurant Group is dedicated to creating a workplace where a diverse and inclusive team thrives in an environment free from discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunities, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed