Sous Chef

1w1 week ago

PetIQ

US · Full-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

Create and execute the menu recipes defined by the Ole Red brand for the Ole Red Gatlinburg location. Oversee the staff and details related to the production and execution of the menu items. Manage food production and presentation while leading the culinary team to achieve exceptional standards of excellence and exceed guest experience expectations.

Uphold menu and recipes to Ole Red standards while maintaining proper purchasing and inventory levels of all food, beverage, and non-food products based on fiscal business projections. Process all invoices accurately and in a timely fashion, conducting audits with Accounting as required. Prepare items from catering menus for catering and banquet events.

Foster a strong, cohesive team environment where individuals are rewarded and recognized for outstanding performance. Select, train, and develop culinary team in all aspects of the business to prepare them for future growth opportunities. Train culinary team on the maintenance, cleaning, and operation of all kitchen and service equipment, ensuring highest levels of safety and sanitation.

Responsible for meeting the budgeted cost of goods and culinary labor costs to meet and/or exceed financial goals. Ensure understanding of and compliance with all food- and beverage-related federal, state, and local rules/regulations and all OEG policies. Able to make decisions in the absence of Executive Chef and uphold Ole Red standard operating procedures, including strict controls over loss prevention.

Requirements

3+ years restaurant culinary experience required
2+ years in culinary management
Experience opening a new restaurant is preferred
Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office and familiarity with POS system functionality
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Financial background with proven ability to identify opportunities for revenue enhancement and fiscal management
Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills with ability to proactively recommend solutions
Strong leadership and managerial skills that include the ability to coach, develop, and clearly communicate expectations

Responsibilities

Create and execute the menu recipes defined by the Ole Red brand for the Ole Red Gatlinburg location
Manage food production and presentation while leading the culinary team to achieve exceptional standards
Uphold menu and recipes to Ole Red standards
Foster a strong, cohesive team environment where individuals are rewarded for outstanding performance
Select, train, and develop culinary team in all aspects of the business
Maintain proper purchasing and inventory levels of all food, beverage, and non-food products
Process all invoices accurately and conduct audits with Accounting as required
Ensure compliance with all food- and beverage-related rules/regulations and uphold Ole Red SOPs

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans
401(k) retirement plans with 4% company match, vested immediately
Company paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and holidays
4 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus adoption and surrogacy financial support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free resource for employees and family members
Identity theft protection – company-paid benefit
Perks – free and discounted tickets to shows, tours, restaurants, retail, and more