Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Health insurance
Where we are:
There is lots to do in one of the nicest locations in the US. Sarasota is between Tampa and Naples on the Gulf Coast of FL (Take I75 and go south) and is known for being the "Air-Conditioned City" as there is nearly always a breeze - the air doesn't stagnate. The least amount of sunlight you will get is 10.5 hours in that "cold" winter and in the summer, daylight approaches 14 hours.
There is always something to do year-round outside. Sarasota has one of the US's annually ranked best beaches, Siesta Key (not to mention Lido, Longboat, Casey Key, St. Armand’s Circle, historic and fun downtown, etc.) and some of the nicest bays, rivers, and fishing around. Plus, being only 35 minutes south of St. Pete/Clearwater or 45 minutes from Tampa, you and your family can be entertained with a variety of museums, attractions, theme-parks, and sports teams.
Who we are:
An award-winning restaurant, located in beautiful Sarasota, FL. Our restaurant is highly ranked and performs amongst the highest in the industry in revenue per square foot. Founded by a business leader, who was responsible for creating or launching eight nationally known brands in multiple industries, there are not any limits to what you can achieve here.
Who are you?
Interested yet? We hope so! For this Sous position, we are looking for someone who is seeking a better life and we want to partner with you in achieving your goals! For the first 18 months, you will work as the Sous, learning the menu and establishing trust with your teammates. The staff truly cares for each other and even more so for our guests. Over the past few years, though the environment was extremely difficult at times, our work family managed to thrive while serving our loyal (and new) guests in new ways!
As you advance in your ability as the Sous, you are being groomed for advancement if it is what you desire. Our operation needs a talented additional leader in the BOH. If this is you, please read on for the standard job listing material.
We are seeking an intelligent, honest, hard-working thinker to generate delicious meals for our guests. This opportunity is for employment at an established restaurant with a very loyal guest following. Experience is required and we are seeking only those who are willing to demand excellence of themselves and the team.
Position Summary:
Lead an effective and well-prepared kitchen into and throughout service. Provide a professional and non-hostile work environment for all employees and promote growth across kitchen personnel through on-the-spot coaching and clear objectives within individual roles. Ensure preparation, execution, and presentation of food recipes meet the standards of the chef and our brand, and food is prepared and delivered in a consistent manner. Maintain a safe, orderly, and sanitized kitchen through a set of standards that meet the requirements of local governing institutions and house procedures.
Daily Operations
Lead an effective and productive kitchen by ensuring each member of the team feels he/she is part of the company vision.
Drive employees to participate in and achieve our end goal of serving guests in a highly hospitable, creative, and consistent manor.
Create a daily production list for all positions prior to their arrival and hold them responsible for the completion of those lists.
Ensure all stations are fully stocked before, during and after a shift, setting up the next shift for success.
Check workstations periodically throughout a shift to makes sure staff is complaint with health and safety protocols.
Verify kitchen staff follows all recipes and practices portion control standards set by the chef.
Ensure that staff maintain a philosophy of cleaning-as-you-go and maintain organization as all time.
Place food and supply orders in a timely manner; communicate any shortages to supervisor when applicable.
Practice proper receiving protocols to ensure product freshness, quality, quantity, and price; make sure product invoices are received by office management.
Assist in the hiring, training, and discipline of all kitchen personnel.
Assist in the creation and maintenance of kitchen employee files: ensure new hire paperwork is complete with office management prior to start-date, document any disciplinary action and keep in employee’s file, etc.
Participate in management dialogue through meetings and emails; assume full leadership duties for the department in the absence of the Chef.
Manage staffing pars throughout a shift based on volume of business; control labor with an awareness of overtime.
Control food costs by monitoring portion control, pilferage and waste through effective ordering practices and physical count
Requirements:
2-years’ experience as a Sous or Assistant Kitchen Manger.
Have a passion for the preparation, production, plating, and presentation of the menu.
Be honest and have integrity.
Be reliable and available with desire to work (days/nights/weekends/holidays; average 50-55hrs/week)
Be willing to work every position as needed in the BOH.
Accurate resume and proven working experience as a KM/AKM/Chef/Sous with extensive culinary knowledge
Be hyper-focused on cleanliness.
Willing to provide references.
Take pride in your work, your personality, and the company you work with
Computer literacy / POS systems
Comprehensive inventory & build-book understanding
Willingness to supervise and train team-members to deliver the quality our guests deserve.
Manager's Food Safety & Handling Certificate
What We Offer
Full time, $50,000-$55,000 based on skillset and attitude.
A Meritocracy. Enhanced earnings and opportunity are offered to those who desire it and deliver what they promise through a profit-sharing model. (annual bonus opportunity)
Independently owned with an adventurous spirit.
Vacation/PTO.
Prime Location Downtown Sarasota
To ensure only the best people join our team, please send us your resume, and tell us a story about you to give us a little insight into who you are. This can be included in a cover letter or attached in the resume itself. Be as creative as you wish. If you meet the qualifications above, believe the "guest is above all" and want this opportunity, please apply. We can't wait to meet you!