Sous Chef

Company: Air Culinaire Worldwide
Location: Loxahatchee
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Willingness to travel to support other markets

SUMMARY

The Sous Chef is responsible for managing the kitchen staff in the absence of the Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef and oversees the preparation of hot food and related inventory levels of the kitchen. The Sous Chef will be an on-site problem solver in the event of situations arising that require immediate action, and the Sous Chef will be provided the authority to make decisions to solve the problem following company procedures related to customer satisfaction, safety, and cost.

We offer full benefits:

• Healthcare benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision. (Employee only, employee plus spouse or employee plus family)
• In addition, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance are company paid benefits.
• We have a generous Paid Time Off Program,
• 401K Retirement Plan for eligible employees, plan entry is the first day of the month following 30 days of employment (discretionary company match is 75% of the first 6% of participant contributions up to the contribution maximum for the 2022 Plan Year, must be 21 years of age to participate in this plan.
• There are other Supplemental Benefits. Air Culinaire Worldwide considers 30 worked hours a week a full-time employment status and all full-time employees qualify for benefits.
• See our benefits here: Benefits Guide 2023
• Be a part of a strong team environment with top notch leadership
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  We are a promote-from-within company and top performers can achieve career goals quickly in this fast-paced growth organization!
  
  
  
  See more about us here: Watch Me to Learn About How Exciting it is to Work for Air Culinaire Worldwide
  
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  
  Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef, the Sous Chef s primary responsibility is to oversee the preparation of hot food and related inventory levels of the kitchen while maintaining Air Chef Standards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  Quality Control each order for adherence to Corporate and Government guidelines.
  
  Maintain consistency in food quality standards.
  
  Rotate all products. Label and date all food in kitchen.
  
  Use preventative maintenance with all kitchen equipment.
  
  Train all kitchen staff on potential hazards and general safety and SOPs.
  
  Dress professionally and within the guidelines of Company procedures including the company approved uniform.
  
  Carry company provided telephones/radios at all times when on duty out of the office and communicate with your local operation and the company call center as required or needed. Minimize the use of cell phone time by utilizing walkie-talkie functionality if available.
  
  Guest Service - Exhibiting a keen understanding and demonstration of hospitality principles.
  
  All other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Executive Chef.
  
  REQUIREMENTS
  
  Four year culinary degree preferred. Individual must have 5-7 years of experience in a kitchen environment within a catering or fine dining establishment as well as a current Safe Food Handling Certificate. Strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures and government regulations regarding the food code, culinary preparation and excellent knife skills are a must. Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team-driven, fast-paced environment is essential. Supervisory experience preferred. The Sous Chef must have an excellent driving record, and be able to pass a FAA on-ramp security clearance and pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings.
  
  OPERATIONAL DEMANDS
  
  The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
  
  Flexible work schedule required, including weekends and holidays. Associated topics: baker, chef, commercial, deli chef, dining chef, executive chef, pastry, restaurant chef, service, team lead

Keywords: Air Culinaire Worldwide, Miami , Sous Chef, Other , Loxahatchee, Florida