Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary - Serve as “second-in-command” of the kitchen, assist the Executive Chef in supervising food production for all food outlets, banquet events and other functions at the club. Supervise food production personnel, assist with food production tasks as needed and assure that quality and cost standards are consistently attained.

Job Tasks

1. Prepares or directly supervises kitchen staff responsible for the daily preparation of soups, sauces and “specials” to ensure that methods of cooking, garnishing and portion sizes are as prescribed by standardized recipes

2. Assists the Executive Chef with monthly inventories, pricing, cost controls, requisitioning and issuing for food production

3. Assumes complete charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef

4. Assists Executive Chef with supervision and training of employees, sanitation and safety, menu planning and related production activities

5. Consistently maintains standards of quality, cost, eye appeal and flavor of foods

6. Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability

7. Makes recommendations for maintenance, repair and upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment

8. Prepares reports and schedules, costs menus, and performs other administrative duties as assigned by the Executive Chef

9. Personally works in any station as assigned by the Executive Chef

10. Helps plan energy conservation procedures in the kitchen

11. Assists in the development of training and the provision of professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.

12. Consults with dining service personnel during daily line-ups

13. Assists in maintaining security of kitchen including equipment, food and supply inventories

14. Assists in food procurement, delivery, storage and issuing of food items

15. Expedites food orders during peak service hours

16. Supervises, trains and evaluates kitchen personnel

17. Coordinates buffet presentations

18. Inspects presentation of food items to insure that quality standards are met

19. Reports all member / guest complaints to the Chef and assists in resolving complaints

20. Monitors kitchen employees' time cards to ensure compliance with posted schedules

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