Job Available Sous Chef | The Citizen, A Coastal Tavern

[The Citizen]

POSITION: SOUS CHEF
(FULL TIME)

Inspired by coastal cuisine around the world, The CITIZEN is a forthcoming seaside tavern located within the town center of Alys Beach, which is situated along Florida’s scenic Highway 30A. Here, local and seasonal ingredients drive the inspiration for both the food and beverage program. Guests will have a choice between an 18-seat bar, a 12-seat raw bar, or the 120-seat dining room. The fresh and vibrant flavors of The CITIZEN will be showcased in a variety of menu items, many of which will be cooked over a wood-fired hearth, offering a nod to coastal, Southern fare.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen preparation and culinary experience in a high-volume environment
• Understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Understanding and knowledge of kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Basic food cost knowledge
• Ability to handle emergencies and provide solutions quickly and effectively
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to exercise good judgment and decision-making abilities
• Must be able to supervise multiple levels of culinary workers
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and restaurant employees
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef level or higher is preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Constant standing/walking
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, or crawling
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 lbs
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, etc.
• Constant computer/POS register usage
• Frequent, continual, intermittent flexing or rotation of the wrist(s) and spine
• Constant reaching, turning, and performing precision work
• Constant receiving detailed information through oral communication
• Constant talking, expressing, or exchanging ideas through the spoken word

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

• Happy food is made by happy chefs, so you’ll supervise and motivate the kitchen staff, sharing inspiration and ideas with them daily to teach and keep energy high
• To ensure the highest quality is coming out of the kitchen, you’ll advise in training, preparation, and production of all menu items
• You’ll work with the kitchen staff to establish a consistent schedule while managing labor costs and anticipating future employment need
• Holding the kitchen staff accountable is part of your role; you’ll uphold standards of conduct per handbook expectations
• Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality and standards
• Control food costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste, and ensuring a high quality of preparation
• Adhere to all DHEC regulations for cleanliness and sanitation, including reporting any accidents
• Work closely with the Executive Chef to prepare and design menu items
• Produce high-quality plates as it relates to both design and taste, following the proper presentation and garnishes set up for all dishes
• Stock and maintain sufficient food product level at line stations to assure a smooth service
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Maintain close relationships with local vendors, farms, etc.
• Ensure that the guest experience is the number one goal
• Perform a daily walk-through of inventory to determine daily production
• Conduct proper ordering procedures to maintain par levels of all kitchen product
• In the absence of the Executive Chef, oversee and direct all dining service team members assigned during a shift

Interested candidates should send their resume to Jeremy Walton: jwalton@citizenalys.com.