PIPING ROCK CLUB is currently seeking a Sous Chef. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Sous Chef serves as a manager of the kitchen as well as working the line: assists the Executive Chef in supervising food production for all food outlets, banquet events and other functions at the Club. Supervises and assists with training food production personnel.  Assists with food production tasks as needed and assures that the quality and standards are consistent.

RESPONSIBILITIES:          

• Prepares or directly supervises kitchen staff responsible for the daily preparation of soups, sauces and “specials” to ensure that the methods of cooking, garnishing and portions sizes are as prescribed by standard recipes.
• Assists the Executive Chef with monthly inventories, pricing, cost control, requisitioning and issuing of food production.
• Assumes complete charge of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Assists Executive Chef with the supervision and training of staff, sanitation and safety, menu planning and related production activities.
• Consistently maintains standards of quality, cost, eye appeal and flavor of foods.
• Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
• Make recommendations for maintenance, repairs and upkeep of the kitchen and its equipment.
• Prepare reports and schedules, cost menus and performs other administrative duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Personally works in any station as assigned by Executive Chef.
• Assists in maintaining security of the kitchen including equipment food and supply inventories.
• Assists in food procurement, delivery, storage and issuing of food items.
• Assists in supervision and evaluation of kitchen personnel.
• Coordinates buffet presentation.
• Checks mise en place before service and inspects presentation of food items to ensure that quality standards are met.
• Submits ideas for future goals, operational improvements and personnel management to Executive Chef.