Sous Chef - Bloomington, United States - Epiphany Farms Hospitality Group

Description

"Farm to Table 2.0" - Wall Street Journal

"Owning both Farm & Table" - Chicago Tribune

Epiphany Farms Hospitality Group is looking for a passionate individual who is quick to adapt, fun, understand Epiphany Farm's mission & beliefs in changing the world one plate at a time. EFHG is an industry leader and a unique employer that emphasizes open communication, a hard-working and family-oriented culture, and education. EFHG welcomes everyone regardless of their background and celebrates diversity.

We are committed to creating innovative food systems based on sustainability, community involvement, exceptional service, and impeccable quality. Our culinary team cross-trains on multiple stations, as well as restaurants throughout the hospitality group, and is closely involved with our farm's production. The menus are seasonally influenced and inspired by our farm.

Key Competencies:

• Strong drive for excellence
• Constant push and sense of urgency
• Eagerness to learn
• Quickness to assist in tasks
• Commitment to improvement

Highlighted responsibilities:

• Identify and safely use all kitchen equipment
• Follow procedures and policies set forth by the company and adhere to all health and safety regulations
• Uphold the integrity of designed menu items and execute recipes properly
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas
• Assist in overseeing culinary operations with the strategies and vision of EFHG
• Complete assigned projects while meeting the company standards and delegate necessary tasks to achieve goals
• Effectively resolve problems and handle issues as they arise
• Handle and assist in any necessary HR duties such as onboarding, training, discipline, coaching and resolving any conflicts between staff members

• Create a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction
• Uphold open communication with Executives and other leaders, as well as the team, for efficiency and transparency.
• Serve as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Build a positive culture and inspire the team.
• Uphold the team to follow the rules and policies and lead by example.
• Inspire the team to perform at their best through the influence of Epiphany Farms vision
• Consistently review and contribute to employee training materials and protocols to uphold the company standards, and find best practices for ever changing employee demographics and industry trends.

Benefits:

• Health insurance (company covers 80-100% of premium depending on a plan choice)
• Discounted group rate for dental/vision/life insurance
• Paid time off
• Manager discounts on all restaurant dining experiences, as well as marketplace products, including farm produce, promotional products, etc.
• Constant spotlight exercises to provide opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• Opportunities to cross-train in multiple locations / concepts and departments

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of full-service restaurant BOH experience required (suggested compensation requires additional 2 years in a managerial role at a full-service restaurant)
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques and products
• Ability to communicate in English, verballly as well as in written form
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• A sense of urgency, a positive attitude, and a commitment to being a team player
• Readiness to learn and improve skills
• Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts including the team, other managers, vendors, and guests
• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and dining holidays.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to walk/stand the entire shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to reach, bend, stoop, and walk up/down stairs