Sous Chef

Cuisine Solutions•Sterling, VA

13d

About The Position

The Sous Chef reports to the VP, Culinary and is responsible for menu creation, food presentations, recipe development, and maintaining food and equipment inventories. The role works with culinary leadership to research and experiment with recipes, develop and prepare dishes using sous vide products, and create menus tailored to client and customer needs. It also involves discussing food with clients, supporting trade shows and sales presentations, and representing Cuisine Solutions products and business channels. The company describes itself as the world’s largest sous vide manufacturer, with domestic and international facilities, and emphasizes creativity, quality, reliability, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration with a diverse team.

Requirements

Associate degree or BA in Culinary Arts or Food Science, or equivalent certification.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Minimum three years’ experience as a Chef and/or Sous Chef.
Proven ability to discuss culinary terminology with clients, Executive Chefs, Kitchen Managers, and restaurant owners.
Familiarity with food safety rules.
ServSafe certification.
Excellent kitchen skills.
Strong communication skills and professional demeanor and image.
Demonstrated ability to execute duties responsibly and responsively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivation and proven time-management skills.
Knowledge of sous vide technique.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at a Michelin-star restaurant or equivalent.
Experience with menu design.
Front-of-house experience.

Responsibilities

Work with the CDC to research and experiment with recipes and plate food for presentations.
Work with the CDC and Executive Sous Chef on the creation and preparation of dishes using sous vide products.
Assist the Executive Sous Chef in writing menus for clients and customers based on their specific needs.
Plate and garnish food to ensure it is visually appealing.
Speak with clients about appetizers, entrées, and desserts, including ingredients and preparation methods.
Use knowledge of sous vide technique.
Attend trade shows and assist with food demonstration presentations.
Know the compositions and attributes of Cuisine Solutions products.
Become familiar with Cuisine Solutions’ various channels and explain them to potential clients.
Understand and follow GMP and company food safety and quality policies.
Travel to support sales teams and food presentations.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.