The Sous Chef (Full-Time) for the Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC) will lead the kitchen in a positive manner, motivating kitchen staff while making certain all are following standardized recipes, complying with production guidelines, procedures, department rules and sanitation requirements. The Sous Chef also oversees concessions and catering operations, including bar service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training Food and Beverage dishwashers, prep cooks and cooks.
• Effectively manage the kitchen staff, motivate them, and assign duties fairly.
• Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks including line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating.
• Ensure that kitchen activities are executed in a timely manner.
• Maintain knowledge of and implement health and safety standards.
• Develop menu options for guests based on guest demand and seasonal changes.
• Review food inventory, and place and receive shipments from food vendors.
• Plan and manage food preparation in the kitchen.
• Assist kitchen staff in providing high-quality meals and food items according to JRTC recipes.
• Ensure that food portions and food presentation meet JRTC standards.
• Check quality of ingredients and prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Oversee concessions stand and catering operations.
• Oversee the hiring and onboarding of bartenders.
• Oversee and review bar inventory, place orders and ensure oversight of bar service set up.
• Ensure appropriate inventory and reconciliation processes are taking place accordance in with company policies/procedures regarding bartending service and concessions, which includes ensuring appropriate sales documentation is completed and end of night reconciliation of cash, credit cards and tips are accounted for.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Food & Beverage.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• At least three years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a food handler certification card.
• Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel, bend, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, co-workers, and managers.
• Teamwork-oriented with outstanding leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and time management skills.
• Ability to operate industrial machinery and carry loads up to 50 lbs.

The Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC), operated by Major League Baseball (MLB) located in Vero Beach, Florida, serves as a year-round hub for amateur development initiatives and events designed to diversify and strengthen the talent pipelines of baseball and softball. We are the permanent home to several signature youth-focused events and programs, such as the Nike RBI World Series and the Hank Aaron Invitational, which teach players how to succeed on and off the field. The historic facility, formerly known as Dodgertown, was renamed Jackie Robinson Training Complex in honor of its trailblazing namesake.

MLB is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at accommodations@mlb .com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Please note: All job offers will be based on successfully completing a background check.

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• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage.
• Company Matched 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Sick/Time Off and Holidays.
• Parental Leave.
• Adoption Reimbursement.
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term).
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Training & Development Programs.
• Free Tickets to Baseball Games.
• Discounts on MLB and JRTC merchandise.
• Access to special events at JRTC.
• JRTC Employee & Family appreciation events.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• At least three years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a food handler certification card.
• Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel, bend, and stand for long periods of time.
• Effective communication with guests, co-workers, and managers.
• Outstanding leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and time management skills.
• Ability to operate industrial machinery and carry loads up to 50 lbs.