Salary: $70,000/Yr-$80,000/Yr
What makes FLIK click
What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary:
Working as the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the successful operation of the Culinary Department for a facility. You will assist in the supervision, preparation, and cooking of various food items, developing daily menu items and their preparation and garnishment. You may supervise hourly associates and you work with Executive Chef/Chef to develop new menus and assist with ordering. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account.
- Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus.
- Produces and execute catering events.
- Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with Company marketing and culinary team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A.S. or equivalent experience.
- Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training.
- Catering experience a plus.
- High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable.
- Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
- Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet.
- Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities.
- ServSafe certified - highly desirable.