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    Senior Sous Chef - New Orleans, United States - Saffron NOLA

    Saffron NOLA
    Saffron NOLA New Orleans, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description
    SAFFRON NOLA, (JAMES BEARD NOMINATED BEST NEW RESTAURANT BEST CHEF SOUTH 2024 FINALIST) is looking for a professional sous chef to join the team The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

    This candidate MUST have a minimum of 2 years fine dining experience and MUST have a background in Indian cuisine. This individual will be a part of the senior leadership within Saffron and The Kingsway (coming late Join a progressive-focused team that actually cares while being in a happy work environment We offer competitive pay with medical benefits, paid vacation and 401K retirement plan.

    Job Summary

    Responsible for all kitchen functions preparation and maintenance of quality standards, sanitation and cleanliness, training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion, cost control, and sanitation and cleanliness.



    Activities & Responsibilities

    1. Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Saffron nola - A good culture and team of happy, engaged people create exceptional work experience again and again.

    2. Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment and food storage areas.

    3. Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.

    4. Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

    5. Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.

    6. Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.

    7. Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures.

    8. Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.

    9. Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes, and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu items.

    10. Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.

    11. Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant's recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.

    12. Schedule personnel as required for anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and labor cost objectives are met.

    13. Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.

    14. Order or requisition food, equipment, or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation.

    15. Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition.

    16. Ensure that deliveries are performed in accordance with the restaurant's receiving policies and procedures.

    17. Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.

    18. Check the quantity and quality of received products.

    19. Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.

    20. Plan, direct, or supervise the food preparation or cooking activities of multiple kitchens or restaurants.

    21. Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

    22. Engage in disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.

    23. Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies regarding personnel are followed, and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, and procedures.

    24. Provide orientation of company and department rules, policies and procedures to new kitchen employees.

    25. Oversee the continuous training of kitchen employees on kitchen equipment, utensils, cleanliness, sanitation practices, first-aid, CPR, proper lifting and carrying techniques, and handling hazardous materials.

    26. Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients or the likely number of guests.

    27. Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

    28. Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant's preventative maintenance programs.

    29. Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner.

    30. Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.

    31. Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests' needs and support the operation of the restaurant.

    32. Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.

    33. Demand excellence out of every fellow employees.



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