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The Waverly Inn - Now Hiring: Sous Chef
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Job Details The iconic Waverly Inn and Garden located in the West Village is seeking passionate Sous Chef to join our team. What is the role of a Sous Chef? Responsible for managing the hourly kitchen personnel, expediting, and ensuring the quality preparation of all food items and all proper handling/storage of all food items in accordance with applicable standards while maintaining food/labor costs. The sous chef works in tandem with other sous chefs and reports to the Executive Chef. The responsibilities include (but are not limited to): The ability to adapt and react to daily challenges and themake informed decisions with confidence. Leading the culinary team, before, during and after service - making sure that the team is prepared and ready before, focused and performing during, and constructively looking for opportunities for improvement afterwards. Coaching and mentoring team members and cultivating an environment of development and continued education of our staff. Effectively communicating and providing direction to the team, prioritizing tasks and managing demands, so that all daily tasks are completed in a timely and seamless manner. Making sure that all stations are set up and prepared for a successful service. Overseeing quality and consistency in all food production and execution. Assisting in ordering and inventory management in accordance with par systems, as well as reviewing products on a daily basis to ensure quality is consistent with kitchen standards. Ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld by enforcing high sanitation standards. Communicate effectively on a daily basis and remain aware of a weekly changing menu with updated recipes and specs. Qualified Sous Chefs must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude. At least 2 years of service experience (preferably in a Sous Chef role- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment effectively without losing focus on priorities and while maintaining a high level of quality. NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certification and a strong understanding, compliance, and enforcement of all best practices and procedures to maintain excellent restaurant hygiene conditions. Conversational Spanish is a great benefit. Ability to lift up to 50# if necessary Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant
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