Sous Chef

Sous Chef


Company
David's Events
Location
Lawndale, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
70K–85K a year
Posted
14 hours ago
Via
via Culinary Agents

Job Description
Work with us at a unique and boutique catering company; being on our team provides both a creative and comfortable work environment.

Essential Job Function

Assist the Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations, including the preparation of hot and cold foods, maintaining the highest food and sanitation standards, and running the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence. We are looking for someone who wants leadership and will take charge in this role.

Responsibilities:
β€’ Demonstrate ingredient knowledge and understanding of culinary trends
β€’ Perform calmly and effectively in a high-volume kitchen
β€’ Manage on-the-fly requests with ease and poise
β€’ Ability to communicate in a clear, conscious way to all team members
β€’ Ability to understand what people are asking, and provide insight in a positive manner
β€’ Help to positively problem solve and offer solutions and support where necessary
Requirements
β€’ Knowledge of best practices for training kitchen staff and implementing kitchen procedures
β€’ High level of reliability
β€’ Safe Serve Manager Certificate
β€’ Flexible schedule required
Seeking creative chefs who are interested in INNOVATIVE CUISINE, making a great guest experience, and helping run an amazing catering company.

We are centered around unity and teamwork. A bold and exciting work environment, where we have constantly changing menus, so the opportunity to cook all different cuisines and styles.

BENEFITS
Event tips
Year-end bonus

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