Culinary Sous Chef

About the role

Do you want to work with a business-minded team to execute unique menus? Are you diligent in preparing an out-of-this-world eater experience?

Sifted is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team of experience makers in our Denver market. We provide daily lunch for some of the hottest startups. We need a Sous Chef who can spice up our menus, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is responsive to the needs of our clients.

We put a lot of heart, energy, and creativity into our food. If you share the same vision and passion for creating unforgettable meals, apply now and let’s get cooking!

What you'll be doing

• Support the city kitchen alongside the Managing Chef
• Assist with the design of unique weekly menus, special events and holiday specials for all dietary needs and restrictions
• Assist with daily pack out
• Assist with managing,training, and coaching the kitchen staff
• Execute strict quality control and assurance
• Monitor inventory, assist with ordering
• Monitor portion control and food costs
• Ensure the kitchen operations meet company and facility standards
• Oversee daily kitchen opening and closing duties, including deep cleaning
• Comply with and enforce sanitary regulations and safety standards
• Complete all required documentation, reports and/or logs in a timely manner
• Contribute to discussions around menus, new policies, implementation, new services

Our ideal candidate

• Has a minimum of 2 years Sous Chef experience for large volume cooking for at least 300+, catering experience preferred.
• Has worked in previous kitchen roles such as line cook, prep/dishwasher
• Has excellent communication skills
• Thinks quickly and critically under pressure
• Enjoys exercising creativity to develop new menus
• Understands diverse cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment
• Has experience with Google applications (Gmail, Google Drive), Microsoft Office and is comfortable communicating through email. Computer skills are required.

Perks + benefits

• Compensation : $55k-60k per year + yearly bonus opportunity; negotiable based on experience
• Company-sponsored health insurance plans, including 100% company-paid HDHP, as well as vision + dental opt-in
• Unlimited paid time off; 10 paid company holidays; paid winter break
• 401(k) program after six months of employment
• Monthly cell phone usage reimbursement
• Free lunch during meal service
• 100% mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities to take on larger roles within our organization + learn with a fast-growing start-up

Eligibility : This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; This position must maintain ServSafe Food Manager certification;

Work environment : This position is based in a commercial kitchen

Physical requirements : This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and standing for up to six hours at a time