Sous Chef

ServiceSource, Inc • Quantico, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Executive Chef in the daily operations of the kitchen, including menu development, inventory and purchasing of supplies, and cost control. Oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors food production and presentation in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• 3 to 5 years progressive professional cooking experience required.
• A minimum of two years working in management required.
• ServSafe Manager certification or able to retain within 6 months required.
• Computer literacy: MS Word and Excel
• Basic math skills.
• Understanding of proper use and maintenance of major kitchen equipment, including stoves, refrigeration, slicer, knives, and dish machine.
• Professional communication skills, oral and written.
• Ability to work in a high-energy and demanding environment.
• Organization and leadership skills.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and is a team player.
• Can effectively solve problems.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary experience in a hotel or banquet hall preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily production list.
• Ensure that all stations remain stocked before and during the meal period.
• Verify that kitchen staff follow all recipes and portion servings correctly.
• Keep kitchen, dish, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Place food and supply orders as directed.
• Assist in hiring and training employees according to company standards.
• Set excellent customer service and work examples.
• Manage staffing levels throughout shift.
• Oversee kitchen labor and food cost to budgetary requirements.
• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Financial protection with 100% company paid Disability, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• A 403(b)-Retirement plan in which the company matches dollar for dollar on a generous percentage matching up to 3% of your contribution.
• Tax advantages through Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts that allow you to pay for specific healthcare and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Assistance.
• A generous paid time-off program in which the benefits increase based on your tenure with the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED