Executive Sous Chef

We are a premier catering company and have been servicing the Greater Detroit Community since 1966. We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our team!  You will thrive in an exciting, fast-paced, and healthy work environment and dedicate time to expanding our culinary and customer experience to uphold the company's brand and reputation. 

This position requires excellent culinary skills as well as time management skills. It is a great opportunity to grow your skills and professional experience with great room allowed for creative freedom. Works alongside Executive Chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking. 

Responsibilities:

• Create and design innovative catering menus.


• Utilize culinary skills to uphold to the highest quality food standards.


• Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability and training opportunities.
  


• Check freshness and quality of ingredients as well as verify that food storage is consistently well-managed.


• Assist in the development of menu items.


• Standardize recipes and plate presentations.


• Work with management to create a memorable experience for guests.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Previous experience in culinary arts, cooking, or other related fields.


• Passion for food and cooking techniques.


• Strong teamwork and leadership qualities.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Culinary, Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Education, Hospitality, Management, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, Business, Associates

Physical Requirements:

• Can stand for prolonged periods of time and bend at the knee or waist.


• Being able to work through warm/cold environments with no impediments to performance.
  


• Be able to lift up to 25+ lbs.