Sous Chef - Valerie New York City : Job Details

Desired candidates will be:

• Humble in their approach to learning and professional self-development
• Passionate about using high-quality and seasonal ingredients
• Energetic and enthusiastic and possess strong communication and organizational skills

Job Details:

• Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire, teach, and coach restaurant employees
• 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience as a sous chef in high-volume, well-rated restaurants
• Ability to support the line during service
• Fluent in the English language: ability to read, write and comprehend instructions. Bi or Mulit-lingual preferred.
• Have an outgoing, upbeat personality and positive attitude.
• Handle working in a high energy and fast paced environment.
• Work efficiently, utilize multi-tasking, and prioritize tasks.
• Inspection preparedness.
• Follow proper food safety practices in all BOH as well as assist FOH
• Supervise the production of food at all stations, assisting the cooks when needed
• Support the Executive Chef in maintainig a smooth and efficient service
• Maintain kitchen equipment following food & safety/restaurant standards of cleanliness and organization
• Track food costs as requested
• Ensure that employees keep waste to a minimum
• Recognize the importance of employee morale and lead by example