About this opportunity
Gecko Hospitality lists this Sous Chef opportunity in laguna beach, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As the Sous Chef at our full-service breakfast restaurant, you play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of food quality and excellence. Your responsibilities span various aspects of kitchen management, including purchasing, storage, inventory, and food preparation. Upholding safety and sanitation standards is paramount, and you will lead training sessions for the Heart of House team, covering cooking methods, preparation techniques, plate presentation, portion control, and food cost analysis. Working closely with the Head Chef, your goal is to consistently deliver the "WOW" factor in our culinary offerings, fostering creativity, enjoyment, and setting an example for kitchen staff.
Benefits Highlights:
No late nights, ensuring you\'re home by dinner time every night
Weekly pay and competitive hourly rates
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and accident insurance plans
Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance plans
401k/Roth 401k plans for financial security
Unlimited affordable telehealth program
Generous vacation and sick time accrual
Paid holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Paid community volunteer time
100% paid meal benefits
Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including field trips and community engagement
Unlimited dance parties!
Position Specifics:
Effectively manage Heart of House, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
Enforce policies regarding personnel, administering corrective action when necessary
Maintain quality standards for food, overseeing product quality in the kitchen
Assist in personnel decisions, including hiring, training, and evaluating Heart of House
Ensure proper training in safety and sanitation practices for all Heart of House team members
Collaborate with the Head Chef on administrative tasks, including inventory, ordering, and scheduling
Monitor equipment cleanliness and functionality, following preventative maintenance plans
Contribute to controlling food and labor costs through requisition processes, organized storage, and waste control
Provide leadership in safety and sanitation procedures
Foster a fun, safe, and rewarding work environment for all
Is This the Role for You?
Authorized to work in the United States
Possess 2+ years of operations experience and 1+ year of leadership experience in food, beverage, and safety
Demonstrate excellent basic math skills and proficiency in cash register and Point of Sale system operation
Can communicate effectively in the predominant language(s) of the restaurant\'s trading area
Can work in a standing position for extended periods (up to 10 hours) and handle a weekly workload of 45 to 50 hours
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: $65,000 - $68,000 / Year, plus overtime
Schedule: Full Time
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience
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Worksite address
laguna beach, CA, 92652, US
Who can apply
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