Full Time Sous Chef at Bradford House OKC
28 days ago
Oklahoma City
Job Description Job Summary: · Responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability. Essential Job Functions: · Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards with proper production and portion standards, per check from servers. · Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to over prepare estimated needs. · Visually inspect all food sent from the kitchen to the guest. · Learn menu items, specials and food products. · Manage guest orders in a friendly, timely and efficient manner. • Assist in the preparation of meals in a timely manner., • Operate, maintain, and properly clean culinary equipment, food preparation areas, cooking surfaces and utensils., • Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas., • Prepare, cook and present food in accordance with productive standards, cost controls and forecast needs., • Communicate daily with the Executive Chef for an update regarding planning, staffing, and internal procedures., • Responsible for maintaining quality of food product and ensuring consistency in food delivery and standards. · Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up. Note any out-of stock items or possible shortages. · Return all food items not used on next shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables. • Scrap food from dirty dishes, rinse and place them in the appropriate racks to be fed through the automatic dish machine., • Maintain mop station with mops/buckets, brooms, and proper cleaning solutions. Sweep and mop floors. Keep floors clean and dry, pick up wet spills immediately., • Clean walls, tables, racks, sinks, floor mats and disposal area. Polish stainless steel., • Clean ovens, hoods, filters, drains, hot boxes, steam tables, flat boxes and ceiling vents, according to schedule or as directed., • Help maintain safety in the kitchen by clearing spills promptly, keeping all kitchen equipment, oven vents, all floor, wall, and cook surfaces, thoroughly clean. Keep the wash area organized., • Pitch in to help with special and deep cleaning projects., • Collect trash and take to outdoor trash container. Clean garbage cans and dumpster area., • Put away all clean utensils; put away and rotate stock in designated areas., • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized kitchen at all times. · Follow all procedures and policies set forth by the company, and department. Essential Core Skills and Competencies: · Friendly individual who genuinely enjoys being around people and who can manage multiple tasks at once. · Good listening skills, with the ability to respond quickly to needs and requests. · Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize work. · Exceptional service orientation, with keen ability to focus and deliver on guest needs. · Proactive approach with exceptional initiative and problem-solving abilities to ensure the highest levels of productivity and guest satisfaction. · Have sufficient computer skills that will allow them to be able to use, in a proficient manner, all company issued software programs implemented. · Highly motivated and detail-oriented self-starter. · Able to perform routine work or the same task over and over again. · Able to communicate effectively with guest, team members and management in English. · Ability to understand and comply with proper cleaning techniques. · Ability to take direction and follow instructions. · Ability to work effectively as an independent contributor, and as a part of a collaborative team. · Ability to multi-task and effectively manage numerous priorities within a fast-paced environment. · Consistently at work and on time. Supervisory Responsibilities: · Act as Manager on Duty when Executive Chef is off. • Assist the Executive Chef in hiring, training, supervising and scheduling kitchen staff., • Communicate and manage relations with all employees, guests, supervisors, and vendors in a respectful, timely, and professional manner., • Monitor plate and drink presentations to ensure quality, consistency and portion standards are met. Work Environment: · Work is performed in a fast paced, high pressure kitchen environment. · Exposed to hot ovens, grills and gas stoves. · Exposed to extremely hot water and steam. · Exposed to sharp objects. Physical Demands: · Ability to go up and down stairs often during shift, sometimes with large, heavy items. · Must have vision ability to see minute objects at arms length, to read meters and controls. · Must have finger, hand and upper body dexterity to operate food machinery, grasp dishes, push, pull, carry and lift racks, carts, and large trash bins. · Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time. · Continuous standing - during preparation, during service hours or during expediting. · Must have moderate hearing to hear customers, supervisors, and communicate with other staff. · Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests. · Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing. · Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks. · Regularly required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, reach & retrieve items from above head. · Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Expected Work Hours and Location: · Work is any time during operational hours to include morning, nights, weekends, and holidays. · Possibility of working weekly hours work to extend beyond 40. · One Location – Bradford House Education and Experience: · A degree in Culinary Arts is preferred. · 3-5 years of prior culinary experience. · Safety training and any required food handling certificates. · Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures. · Familiarity with hospitality industry and the workings of an industrial kitchen. Other Eligibility Qualifications: · Legally eligible to work in the United States. · Strong computer skills. · Able to read and speak the English language well. · Able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening. · Reliable transportation. Pay: · Commiserate on experience Hours: · Thursday-Monday 1p-11p - 50 hours per week. Employee Discounts: · Restaurant: All employees will receive 50% off food for themselves and 30% off food for up to five (5) guests. The employee must always be accompanying their guest. No alcohol is discounted for employees or their guests ever. · Hotel: All employees will receive 35% off the posted Best Available Rate for a maximum number of 10 room nights per calendar year. The employee may stay themselves or offer to a friend or family member. Benefits: · Dental Insurance · Health Insurance · Paid Time Off · Vision Insurance Benefit Conditions: · Waiting period applies · Only full-time employees eligible By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply. Powered by Homebase. Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools.