At TASTE Italian Kitchen, we believe that good food brings people together. Our recipes have been passed down through generations, each one crafted with care and passion. From classic pasta dishes to freshly baked pizzas, every item on our menu is made with the finest ingredients and a lot of love.
As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee all aspects of our kitchen productivity, from menu development to the budget and schedule. This includes managing our kitchen team, monitoring inventory, and ensuring all dishes are created to the high standards we are known for. We’re seeking candidates with experience in various roles in a professional kitchen who possess the ability to manage large teams effectively.
Duties:
- Prepare food items using various cooking methods. Observe and test food being cooked.
- Ensure proper care, maintenance, and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and supplies
- Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and meets standards of quality
- Fill in for Executive Chef as needed
- Manage and train kitchen staff, coordinate schedules, and oversee their work.
- Manage payroll for kitchen staff
- Order supplies and stock inventory as needed
- Deep knowledge of cooking methods, equipment, ingredients, and procedures
- Formal culinary training is a plus
- Ability to problem-solve on the spot and give clear directions
