Sous Chef I Position

Company: Gourmet Dining - Long Island University
Location: Greenvale
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Sous Chef I to assist with the overall success of our food program and oversee culinary functions. This role entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation, adhering to the client's culture and guidelines, the Health Department's regulations, and our company's standards and expectations of food quality, freshness, and presentation.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Assist with planning and creating menus.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.
• Assist with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:
  • 5 years of related culinary experience, including 1 year at the management level.
  • Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, healthcare, and/or related food service operations.
  • Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.
  • Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.
  • Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.
  • ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.
  • Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Excel.
  • Associate's degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.The BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits to our full-time and part-time associates, including a retirement plan, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, voluntary benefits, and more.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionWe are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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