Four Corners - Executive Sous Chef (Sports Bar) - Four Corners

Company Overview

We are a leading, Chicago-based hospitality group that owns and operates a variety of unique venues, each thoughtfully created to offer an exceptional social experience, creative menus, and superior service. We started with a neighborhood bar in 2001. Since then, we have grown across Chicago and are expanding nationally.

Our Chicago Locations: 80 Proof, Benchmark, Brickhouse, Federales Fulton Market, Federales Logan Square, Gaslight, Highline, Kirkwood, Porter, Ranalli's Lincoln Park, and Ranalli's West Loop

Benefits and Perks

• Authentic, inclusive, fun company culture
• Paid time off
• 50% discount on food + beverage at all 4C locations 
• Competitive pay + bonus potential  
• 401K + company match
• Development opportunities – 4C is growing!
• Medical & supplemental insurance
• Employee events and volunteer opportunities 
• And more!

Job Summary

Our restaurant is searching for a creative and motivated Sous Chef to expand their culinary skills and grow with us. In this position, you will act as the second in command in our kitchen to the Executive Chef. Our ideal candidate is a reliable and creative professional who will elevate and control food and labor cost, food preparation, menu development, and pricing and development of culinary team. This person will be reporting to the Executive Chef. 

Responsibilities

• Successful culinary production operation under the direction of the Executive Chef
• Opportunity to serve as the kitchen head for culinary operations in the absences of Executive Chef
• Staying up to date on dining trends and new techniques
• Ensure all products are prepared in a consistent manner and meet departmental appearance/quality standards
• Manage areas of profit, stock, waste control  and training within the kitchen
• Assist with onboarding of BOH employees
• The ability to work in a fast paced, high energy and demanding environment while maintaining the highest standard of professionalism
• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards​
• Understand and manage local and government regulated food safety, risk prevention, fire prevention, hygiene practices, and emergency procedures to ensure the safety of all staff and guests
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work day, evening and weekend hours as business needs require

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of Food and Beverage (F&B) industry and culinary experience in a similar role
• Bilingual in English and Spanish 
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices
• An effective communicator with a positive attitude and a team player mentality
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness and results
• Advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, prioritizing, and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent knowledge of BOH systems, ordering and inventory

Four Corners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.