Sous Chef

*Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:* * *Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * * *401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match* * *Life and Disability Insurance Plans* * *Ancillary Insurance Plans* * *Mental Health Support and Services* * *Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources* * *Pet Insurance * * *Employee Discounts * * *Time off and much more!* The position is responsible for ensuring all food preparations are met with the highest quality standards and menu specifications.
Act as a leader and mentor to the line level staff, while supporting the management in essential restaurant functions.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:* * Efficiently operate within pre-established food and labor cost controls and plays an active role in contributing to the outlets profits * Maintain operational control of purchasing, receiving, purveyor lists, and inventory of all kitchen items * Design production schemes and assists in implementation of restaurant menu and menu engineering * Provide management and support of all kitchen employees ensuring proper scheduling and vacation planning * Maintain high customer satisfaction through consistently introducing innovative products * Establish measurable goals and objectives that focus on profit, product and people * Ensure kitchen and employees meet both state and departmental requirements concerning sanitation and personal hygiene * Ensure all hiring practices, employee disciplinary actions, and expectations of employees are in accordance with the Federal, state and local laws as well as the Culinary Union * Ensure that employees have all required certification validated, i.
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, Health Cards, and Alcohol Awareness * Provide employees with proper training and developmental opportunities that will aid in their career aspirations * Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and functioning * Actively interact with guests and consistently coaches' staff on guest relations skills *IN ADDITION TO THE AFOREMENTIONED ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, THE POSITION WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES:* * Accountability * Development * Working relationships * Judgment * Quality of work * Job skills knowledge * Productivity * Dependability * Reliability * Written communication * Verbal communication * Manageability * Appearance * Teamwork * Guest satisfaction *SUPERVISION:* * Reports to the Executive Chef *EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:* * High School Diploma Required * Minimum of two year (2) culinary degree preferred * Proof of eligibility to work in the United States * Valid Driver’s License * 21+ years of age * Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards * Minimum of five (5) years prior experience at a high volume, five-Star quality operation * Well versed in both classic American cuisine as well as a background in fast paced environment.
* Experience in labor and food cost control * Previously worked with all products and food ingredients * Experience planning and developing menus and recipes * Food handling certification * Excellent communication and organizational skills * Strong coaching and development skills * Ability to proactively lead a team *SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE:* The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions * Must have strong problem-solving skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills required * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines * Must have good positive energy throughout the day * Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly * Must be able to bend, kneel, and/or stand for extended periods of time * Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the kitchen * Must be able to push and lift up to 25 lbs.
* Small to Medium office environment * Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment * 5-25 % Local Travel (United States) * Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume * Expose to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials * May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required * Exposure to cleaning materials * Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards * Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner * Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality * Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.
00 - $70,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 2 years * 3 years Shift: * Day shift * Evening shift * Night shift Weekly day range: * Every weekend * Monday to Friday Work setting: * Casual dining restaurant * Fine dining restaurant Ability to Relocate: * Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person