Executive Sous Chef - Gecko Hospitality

Philadelphia, PA 19107

About the Job

Sous Chef - Mexican Restaurant

Philadelphia, PA

$65-70K, Annual Bonus, Health/Dental Benefits

Well-known establishment in Philadelphia's vibrant restaurant scene, is seeking a Sous Chef to add to our dynamic team. As a popular destination for innovative Mexican cuisine, we've built a positive work environment that values creativity, longevity, and active involvement. Our annual sales close to $4M, and we are excitedly expanding into a new venture right next door!

Job Responsibilities:

Work closely under the Chef/Owner on menu development and specials
Participate in and guide the cooking process on the line
Develop and implement innovative specials and menu items
Contribute to our pop-up events, which significantly change the restaurant's appearance and menu four times a year
Work hands-on, preparing food, butchering, and moving between stations
Assist in supervising a staff that includes three chefs, eight line cooks, two dishwashers, and two prep cooks

Requirements:

Prior experience with Latin or Mexican cuisine preferred
Willingness to participate in several weeks of on-the-line training
Must be ready to work hands-on, without a clipboard
Open-minded and able to get along well with different personality types
A desire for a long-term position
Must pass a background check

Compensation:

Salary range of $65,000-70,000
Discretionary bonuses, with additional bonuses at Christmas
Health and dental coverage, with a $200/month commitment towards the employee's selected plan

We are passionate about avoiding employee burnout. Our work schedules typically range from 45-48 hours over a 5-day week, ensuring our team members have the balance they need to thrive both personally and professionally. If you're excited by the opportunity to bring your culinary expertise to our team and grow with us, we encourage you to apply.

Please send your resume to matt@geckohospitality.com.

To learn more, visit https://jobs.geckohospitality.com/jb/Sous-Chef-Private-Mexican-Restaurant-60-70K-Philly-PA-Jobs-in-Philadelphia-PA/11873632

Source : Gecko Hospitality