Sous Chef

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:  

To monitor quality, health and sanitation standards for culinary department. Assist in the development of world-class cuisine and refinement of recipes. Participate in the administration of policies and procedures for kitchen personnel.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow AM/PM itinerary for assigned shift.
• Monitor standards of excellence for all culinary areas.
• Maintain standards for flavor and presentation parameters.
• Ensure that all food items are stored, handled and prepared in accordance with all health and safety procedures.
• Perform mise en place check on all stations, complete checklist, and take appropriate corrective action immediately.
• Ensure the Kitchen is maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner at all times. 
• Complete requisitions efficiently and effectively to maintain Par levels.
• Monitor staff breaks.
• Perform closing duties.
• Perform any other task assigned by Chef de Cuisine/Corporate Chef.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for all food quality and production during assigned shift.
• Supervise the preparation and serving of quality food products to established service standards.
• Supervise Kitchen cleaning staff.
• Communicate closely with the Chef de Cuisine Chef/Corporate Chef regarding issues and concerns that arise during assigned shift.
• Work and assist in development of world-class cuisine and refinement of recipes.
• Assist with monitoring the chemical costs and safety issues.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Post Secondary Culinary Diploma
• Five to eight years of well-rounded culinary experience with knowledge of all kitchen positions.
• Three years leadership position in quality-orientated properties.
• Multi restaurant background: high volume, seasonal and banquet.
• Thorough knowledge of meat, fish, produce, dry goods, inventory and portion controls.
• Creative, imaginative and passionate about cuisine.
• Able to take direction and to delegate, train and effectively communicate to others..
• Organized, detail oriented and able to work in a collaborative team inspired environment which displaying a cooperative attitude.
• Able to lift 20 pounds, ten pounds overhead.
• Able to stand for ten hours with periodic breaks.
• Able to reach overhead to 7’.

Full Time, Hourly Position

Hourly Rate: $36 to $42 hourly DOE

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability    
• 401k plan, we will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute, equivalent to 3% of your wages  
• Deferred compensation into 401(k) account at company Shareholder discretion. Eligible to begin participating after one year of service with an annual plan entry date of October 1st.   
• Paid Personal Days (14 per year)  
• Paid Time Off of 14 days / year based on working 2080 hours / year  
• Tuition reimbursement of 50%, up to $ 2500 / year  
• New child family leave up to 4 weeks while on approved FLMA and enrolled in company sponsored medical plan  
• 35% discount for many purchases at the Space Needle 
• Charitable Contributions / Matching Gift, up to $200 year  
• $250 / month towards parking / orca card  

The Space Needle symbolizes the innovative and forward-thinking spirit of Seattle. Our Team Members reflect our inclusive city, diverse country, and multicultural world. As an equal opportunity employer, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, physical, or mental disability, military status, political ideology, genetic information, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. All Team Members and potential Team Members who apply for an opening will be considered without regard to these factors. We carefully screen applicants based on qualifications such as their training, education, skills, aptitude, experience, and previous work record.