Crawford Thomas Recruiting

Sous Chef


Fairfax, VA
Full-time
$60K/yr - $75K/yr
6 months ago
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Job Description

As an Sous Chef, you'll support the Executive Culinary Team in managing daily kitchen operations. Your role includes overseeing production, staff management, recipe development, and supervising off-premise events.

Responsibilities:

  • Embrace and promote the culinary vision.
  • Participate in menu development and tastings.
  • Lead and oversee prep production for all menu items.
  • Ensure prep meets specifications for success across departments.
  • Support event execution according to standards.
  • Resolve issues promptly with internal teams.
  • Manage kitchen staff: hiring, training, and daily supervision.
  • Monitor and train staff in sanitation procedures.
  • Ensure proper food presentation and portion control.
  • Utilize and manage CaterXpert for event orders.
  • Attend and assist with events as requested.
  • Conduct client tastings and ensure product quality.
  • Maintain and recommend kitchen equipment.
  • Assist with inventory and placing orders as needed.
  • Perform additional tasks as required.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

  • 5+ years in hospitality, preferably in catering or hotel food service.
  • Food Safety Certification.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
  • Impeccable service standards and attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
  • Ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Language Skills:

  • Proficiency in English required; Spanish is a plus.

Job Benefits extracted by

  • Competitive salary ranging from 60k to 75k.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen environment.
  • Involvement in menu development and tastings.
  • Professional growth through hiring and training staff.

Skills Required extracted by

  • 5+ years in hospitality, preferably in catering or hotel food service.
  • Food Safety Certification.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Project management skills with multitasking ability.

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