Junior Sous Chef

The Junior Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen. This role assists in supervising culinary staff, maintaining food quality and safety standards, managing production schedules, and ensuring efficient kitchen operations. The Junior Sous Chef serves as a working leader who actively participates in food preparation while helping to train and develop team members.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Operations

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality food.
• Ensure recipes, portion control, and presentation standards are consistently followed.
• Support daily food production, banquet functions, catering events, and special promotions.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and taste throughout service periods.
• Assist with menu execution and seasonal menu development.

Team Leadership

• Supervise cooks and kitchen staff during assigned shifts.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to culinary team members.
• Assist with scheduling, task delegation, and workflow management.
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
• Lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Ensure compliance with all health department regulations and food safety standards.
• Maintain HACCP, sanitation, and cleanliness protocols.
• Conduct routine inspections of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of products following FIFO procedures.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Assist with inventory management and product ordering.
• Monitor food waste and implement waste-reduction practices.
• Help manage food and labor costs within budgeted guidelines.
• Receive and inspect deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy.

Customer Experience

• Support the delivery of exceptional guest dining experiences.
• Address food quality concerns promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and catering teams to ensure successful events and service.

The hourly rate for this position is $37.93.

All qualified candidates will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.