Sous Chef jobs in San Diego, CA

SUMMARY:

Delegate work assignments to staff Assists Executive Sous Chef in duties. Expedite and garnish all food orders for front of the house staff to maintain fast and efficient service. Prepare; season all soups, sauces, meats, vegetables, desserts and other foodstuffs in a restaurant following standardized recipes. Serves food in appropriate bowls, trays, pans and plates to maintain customer appeal. Ensures proper staffing levels, supplies and safety of food preparation and storage.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Five year’s experience in institutional food preparation including broiler, sauté and frying. Two years experience in supervision in a food establishment.

·         Ability to access computers for input and transmission of food orders.

·         Ability to read and use standardized institutional recipes.

·         Knife motor skills.

·         Chemical safety awareness.

·         Ability to understand written English to read any caution or safety notices.

·         Possess mathematical skills and be able to cost and account for food products and purchases.

·         Have a thorough knowledge of all institutional kitchen equipment their proper use and care.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

·         Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures.

·         Management skills.

·         Familiarity with industry's best practices.

·         Leadership.

·         Creativity.

·         Hand-eye coordination.

·         Time-management skills.

·         Decision making.

·         Verbal and Written Communications Skills

·         Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly

·         Ability to multitask

·         Flexibility

·         Demonstrate ability to solve problems

·         Driven and detail-oriented

·         Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a task.

·         Excellent interpersonal skills

·         Knowledge of Food Service Regulations

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED (required)

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen, background investigation, and maintain a Pauma Gaming Commission License.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: (*Constantly, Frequently, Occasionally)

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Constantly walking and standing
• Constant hearing, seeing and talking
• Constantly balancing, bending, reaching, twisting, holding, wrist motion, and stooping

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment
• Close spaces while working with others
• Excessive noise and smoke