Executive Sous Chef

Stunning Waterfront Hotel and Conference Center located on beautiful Lake Chautauqua minutes from the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, N. Y.  is seeking a creative high energy experienced Sous Chef

Position Summary: Assists the Executive Chef to establish and maintain a smooth functioning food production department in compliance with Standard Operation Procedures. Ensures a high level of sanitation and safety in all food areas. Strives for service of high quality food and achievement of budgeted goals.

Essential functions:

1. Maintain quality food product and presentation according to company standards i.e., use records and recipe cards.
2. Supervise all food preparation for the outlets and banquets.
3. Assist in purchasing, receiving and food storage standards, conducting food cost control inventories.
4. Assist in calculating accurate, theoretical and weighted food costs.
5. Estimate production needs on a daily and weekly basis.
6. Maintain high sanitation standards for food handling and equipment maintenance.
7. Conduct monthly sanitation and safety inspections.
8. Assist in development of annual operations budget.
9. Assume responsibility of the kitchen in absence of the Executive Chef.
10. Coordinate with engineering to ensure preventative maintenance programs are in effect.
11. Coordinate with catering and banquet department to review Banquet Event Orders.
12. Train, coach and discipline culinary team.
13. Manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage while managing the department budget.
14. Responsible for accurate payroll of culinary department.
15. Adhere to hotel grooming and uniform standards.
16. Perform any additional tasks requested by management.