C. Ellet's Steakhouse Executive Sous Chef

Executive Sous Chef at C. Ellets Steakhouse

We are seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to join our team of driven and enthusiastic hospitality professionals. At C. Ellets we pride ourselves in being the premier dining experience of The Battery offering top tier steaks incredible seafood and delicious craft cocktails. C. Ellets pays homage to the great American steakhouses and Chef Hopkins time spent cooking in New Orleans. From fast-paced game days to relaxed private dining experiences C. Ellets is a convivial place for all to gather and celebrate.

What is the Job

The Executive Sous Chef is a highly skilled position which plays an important role in maintaining positive experiences for our team and our guests. As a Executive Sous you will manage the hourly back of house staff and assists in the day-to-day operations of all areas of the kitchen including production prep stewarding purchasing and receiving. You are responsible for ensuring consistency of recipes making sure all line cooks are trained to create all menu items following our carefully tailored recipes. You will work closely with restaurant management and company leadership to ensurethe success of the restaurant as a whole maintaining a thriving organized and professional team with care for excellent guest experience.

What are the responsibilities

• Ensure consistency and deliciousness of all menu items training the team to understand and follow the recipes
• Maintain a working knowledge of all recipes products and production procedures
• Conduct ongoing training to ensure staff members are upholding core values and standards
• Ensuring food cost and labor goals are met helping to achieve or exceed monthly and seasonal sales goals
• Monitor kitchen safety and cleanliness and assist to correct maintenance issues
• Nurture farmer and purveyor relationships for best product and cost
• Oversee weekly inventory including ordering receiving re-stocking and coding
• Set up and maintain a clean organized kitchen according to brand standards; restocks all items as needed throughout shift
• Consistent adherence to the uniform policy
• Reports for duty on time and manages ones shift communicating with the management team when leaving their station for breaks or family meal

Our Ideal Sous Chef....

• Has a passion for food beverage and hospitality with a willingness to continue education
• Has a kind friendly and welcoming attitude with a desire to serve others and provide memorable hospitality
• Works constructively with their teammates celebrating one another and lending a helping hand
• Possesses excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask manage time and prioritize
• Demonstrates our core values of integrity passion respect and curiosity
  

What are the requirements

• Culinary degree preferred
• Have at least 5 years of kitchen leadership experience in fine dining restaurants
• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Food safety knowledge
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word Outlook 365 and Excel
• Able to move and/or lift heavier product of up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time; occasionally kneel bend and crouch as required to reach items at varying height levels
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and effectively

We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience with performance based raises and promotions
• Medical dental vision life and short term disability for eligible full-time employees
• Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
• 25% discount at all Hopkins and Company restaurants and 10% discount at all Hopkins and Company retail shops
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Daily family meal
• Employee referral bonus

If you are interested in applying for this position we ask that you complete the application fully including work history questionnaire and professional references. Only complete applications will be considered for the posted position. Thank you!