Sous/Banquet chef

Position Reports to: Chef
Subordinate Staff: Prep cooks, dishwashers, etc.


Basic Functions:
Responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen, and provides professional leadership and direction to kitchen
personnel. Ensures that all recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet business specifications and
commitment to quality. Maintains a safe, orderly and sanitized kitchen. Demonstrates this by example, using
proper food-handling techniques.


Essential Functions:
„XPrepares daily production list.
„XEnsures that all stations remain stocked before and during the
meal period.
„XVerifies that kitchen staff follows all recipes and portions servings
correctly.
„XKeeps kitchen, dish, and storage areas clean and organized.
„XPlaces food and supply orders as directed.
„XReceives product be verifying invoice and freshness of
merchandise.
„XTrains employees to company standards.
„XSets excellent customer service and work examples.
„XActively participates as a member of the management team.
„XManages staffing levels throughout shift.
„XOversees kitchen labor and food cost to budgetary requirements.
„XPerforms additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef at any time.

Qualifications:

Knowledge
„XCollege or culinary training or extensive cooking and production experience.
„XCommitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge.
„XBasic math skills.
„XKnowledge of basic training techniques.
„XAwareness of local, state and federal health and sanitation laws. ServSafe Certification preferred.
„XUnderstanding of proper use and maintenance of major kitchen equipment, including stoves, refrigeration,
slicer, knives, and dish machine.
„XA minimum of 2 years working in a Banquet Kitchen.


Skills/Aptitudes
„XProfessional communication skills, oral and written.
„XActively supervises, motivates and disciplines employees.
„XAssists with training of all new employees.
„XAbility to work in a high-energy and demanding environment.
„XOrganization and leadership skills.
„XDemonstrates strong leadership skills and is a team player.
„XWorks well under pressure.
„XCan effectively solve problems.
„XAble to take direction.
„XA minimum of two years working in management.
„XCan work independently with little supervision.

Working Conditions
„X90% of time standing and 10% of time sitting.
„XDirect contact with guests, managers and employees.
„XBehaves professionally and can be flexible in a changing environment.
„XMust be able to carry loads greater than 35 pounds, and be able to transport up to 70 pounds regularly.
„XMust speak fluent English.
„XMust be able to hear with 100% accuracy with correction.
„XMust be able to see to 20/20 vision with correction.
„XTravel may be required for occasional deliveries, visits to other locations, or company meetings.
„XExcellent attendance is required with schedule flexibility determined by business needs.
„XMust submit SLED, Drug and DOT Screens Prior to Employment.