SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)
About The Position
Wolfgang Puck Catering is hiring a full-time Sous Chef in Seattle, Washington. The Sous Chef helps the Executive Chef prepare and cook food, coordinates the work of cooks and other food-service associates, and assumes responsibility for the kitchen and food-service associates when the Executive Chef is absent. The role follows approved recipes and production standards while ensuring deadlines, food safety, sanitation, presentation, portion control, and serving-temperature requirements are met. The Sous Chef also supervises hourly associates and monitors inventory, deliveries, production, consumption, and waste. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary. Previous sous chef experience and a valid Food Handler's card are required. The advertised pay range is $29.00 to $31.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Previous sous chef experience is required.
- Must have a valid Food Handler's card.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Help the Executive Chef prepare and cook foods.
- Coordinate activities of cooks and other food-service associates and assume responsibility for the kitchen and food-service associates when the Executive Chef is absent.
- Cook and prepare food according to approved recipes and production standards, meeting deadlines based on production orders.
- Supervise hourly food-service associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews, and recommending disciplinary action as appropriate.
- Store food in designated areas in accordance with corporate, state, and federal food-safety and sanitation procedures.
- Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control, and appropriate serving temperatures.
- Maintain sanitation of equipment, supplies, and utensils; thoroughly clean the workstation and keep display equipment clean during meal service.
- Interact with customers to resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner and relay relevant information to the supervisor.
- Understand daily menu items and explain them accurately to associates and customers.
- Keep up with peak production and service hours.
- Monitor product and supply inventory and deliveries; track production, consumption, and waste; and inform the supervisor when supplies or products are low.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Follow company safety policies, including using appropriate cut-resistant gloves, heat-protective gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance and AD
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Holiday time off, varying by site and state
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
