About this opportunity
THE BOULDER CORK lists this Sous Chef opportunity in boulder, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description We are seeking a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. Known for our scratch-kitchen philosophy, We are primarily a scratch-kitchen. You will work alongside our Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, uphold strict quality standards, and mentor line cooks. Assist in creating featured menu items
Work Schedule & Hours Status: Full-Time, Salaried ( 40 hours per week) Operating Hours: Open for dinner service from 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Typical Shift Structure: Morning prep and opening, afternoon prep and supervision leading into line execution and closing management.
Key Responsibilities: Kitchen Operations: Supervise daily prep and dinner service, maintain kitchen cleanliness, working on the line as needed to ensure timing, presentation, and quality control.
Scratch Prep Management: Direct and assist in food preparation production, including all Proteins. Completion of daily prep lists.
Team Leadership: Assist in training, scheduling, and mentoring line and prep cooks while maintaining a positive, efficient kitchen environment.
Inventory & Quality: Help manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and minimize waste while ensuring strict food safety and sanitation standards.
Menu Execution: Ensure consistent execution of all food according to established recipes & Plating
Closing Operations: Manage end-of-night kitchen walkthroughs, station teardowns, and prep lists for the following day.
Qualifications: 2+ years of culinary management or lead cook experience in a high-volume or high-end steakhouse/fine-dining environment.
Strong working knowledge of butchery, sauces, and scratch-kitchen prep techniques.
Proven ability to lead a team during fast-paced service.
ServSafe or state-equivalent food safety certification required.
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive annual salary $55,000-$70,000 (based on experience.) Manageable quality-of-life hours driven by a focused 4:30PM-8:00PM service window, Paid time off (PTO), Health Insurance and shift meal.
Worksite address
boulder, CO, 80301, US
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