DEDALUS SOUS CHEF (STW)

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT US

Dedalus exists to do something extraordinary. We have a lofty set of goals. Embracing them means embracing excellence and the demands of an environment that pushes you towards the ideal of high performance. Your hospitality, product knowledge, skill as a salesperson, and agency as an ambassador for the amazing growers, artisans, and craftspeople we represent are just a baseline. No detail is trivial, every customer deserves the respect of your best effort, every product requires your studious attention. Dedalus exists to shape the conversation around artisan food.

We’re going to use our shops to alter the conversation surrounding cheese and gourmet grocery and celebrate the best producers from our backyard and around the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The sous chef’s primary role is to supervise the daily operation of the prep kitchen while playing a strong role in hands-on production as well as supporting the sandwich counter when necessary. The sous chef will maintain an up-to-date inventory of all prepared food items and handle the bulk of ordering. The ideal candidate will be personable, cool-headed, abidingly positive, and able to speak intelligently and informatively with guests and retail staff. A demonstrated passion for and desire to learn more about the exceptional wines and products we sell is a must. This position requires effective communication skills to delegate the workload and to maintain high morale and high productivity. This position also requires close coordination with the executive chef. The sous chef reports directly to the General Manager, Executive Chef, and Chef de Cuisine.

OBJECTIVES

• To positively influence profitability by minimizing loss through waste and theft, and tracking losses through the appropriate logs to identify any issues
• To maintain a professional, orderly work environment as defined by the Employee Handbook
• To maintain an up-to-date inventory of all retail products in Revel
• Log and report all maintenance issues/needs to executive chef
• To educate staff and guests on housemade products being offered per information passed down from the Executive Chef
• To ensure close adherence by all staff to SOPs, SSOPs, recipes, and other kitchen systems and to appropriately log and track the completion of related tasks to report to executive chef

EXPECTATIONS

• A calm, professional demeanor is expected at all times and under all circumstances
• Consistent maintenance of the brand’s culinary gold standard
• Can-do, positive attitude
• Empathetic management and treatment of subordinate employees
• Fluent familiarity with SOPs and SSOPs, as determined by periodic company-wide quizzing
• Must maintain a teaching atmosphere in which employees feel their growth and development and feel comfortable asking questions and seeking further training and development

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, label, package, and stock prepared foods to support the retail prepared foods program while supervising and instructing employees in proper techniques and procedures.
• Prepare food items as specified by recipes and instructed by sous and executive chef

• Maintain the cleanliness and merchandising of the prepared foods case
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and organization
• Maintain poise and professionalism during busy periods
• Assist in washing dishes
• Record a daily inventory of prepared food items
• Must possess or gain a complex knowledge of the wines, products, and dishes being served

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years of management experience
• Professional knife skills
• Culinary degree or certificate preferred
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Must have nights and weekend available
• Willingness to learn and to work within prescribed SOPs
• Work well with others
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong Communication skills
• An interest in wine and service
• ServSafe Certification preferred
• Experience with charcuterie a plus

We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, well-mannered, experienced sous chef to assist in the day-to-day management of our Stowe retail prepared foods department. The ideal candidate will be pleasant, growth-minded, organized with a strong background in the field, and some management experience. Excellent communication skills are a must, as inter-unit connectivity is key to success in this position. If you think this sounds like you, please apply using the link below.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Upscale casual restaurant

Work Location: One location

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