Executive Sous Chef
Culinary Agents
San Francisco, CA, USA
Job Details
We are seeking a Chef to join the team for our new health-centric, fast-casual restaurant! This is an amazing opportunity to be part of a well-funded and locally owned concept in the heart of an upscale neighborhood. We are seeking someone that is passionate about organic, sustainable and/or biodynamic foods.You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and dedicate time to expanding our clientele base to establish the restaurant's brand and reputation. Our aim is to serve quality food in a relaxed environment. As a Chef you will have exceptional leadership skills-and work closely with management in creating seasonal menus. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef looking to input creative ideas that support sustainable sourcing, clean ingredients and scratch cooking.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations
- Coordinate food and kitchen orders
- Check freshness and quality of ingredients
- Assist in the development of menu items
- Standardize recipes and plate presentations
- Work with management to create a memorable experience for guests
- Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
- Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
- Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortage
- Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers
- Degree in Culinary science or related certificate
- Proven experience as a chef in a leadership role (8+ years preferable )
- Knowledge of cost and labor systems
- Passion for sustainable/organic/biodynamic food and cooking techniques
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional, proven ability of kitchen management
- Previous experience managing cost controls
- Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
- Outstanding communication and leadership skills
- Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
- Credentials in health and safety training
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Performance based bonus system
- Benefits are open to discussion