Sous Chef - Crawford Thomas Recruiting
Fairfax, VA 22032
About the Job
Job Title
Pay: 60k-75k
Days
Hours
Position Summary
As an Sous Chef, you'll support the Executive Culinary Team in managing daily kitchen operations. Your role includes overseeing production, staff management, recipe development, and supervising off-premise events.
Responsibilities
Embrace and promote the culinary vision. Participate in menu development and tastings. Lead and oversee prep production for all menu items. Ensure prep meets specifications for success across departments. Support event execution according to standards. Resolve issues promptly with internal teams. Manage kitchen staff: hiring, training, and daily supervision. Monitor and train staff in sanitation procedures. Ensure proper food presentation and portion control. Utilize and manage CaterXpert for event orders. Attend and assist with events as requested. Conduct client tastings and ensure product quality. Maintain and recommend kitchen equipment. Assist with inventory and placing orders as needed. Perform additional tasks as required.
Requirements
Education & Experience
Commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Impeccable service standards and attention to detail. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments. Ability to collaborate across departments. Project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Language Skills
Proficiency in English required; Spanish is a plus
- Sous Chef
Pay: 60k-75k
Days
- Sunday - Saturday
Hours
- Varies, including evenings, holidays, and extended hours as needed
Position Summary
As an Sous Chef, you'll support the Executive Culinary Team in managing daily kitchen operations. Your role includes overseeing production, staff management, recipe development, and supervising off-premise events.
Responsibilities
Embrace and promote the culinary vision. Participate in menu development and tastings. Lead and oversee prep production for all menu items. Ensure prep meets specifications for success across departments. Support event execution according to standards. Resolve issues promptly with internal teams. Manage kitchen staff: hiring, training, and daily supervision. Monitor and train staff in sanitation procedures. Ensure proper food presentation and portion control. Utilize and manage CaterXpert for event orders. Attend and assist with events as requested. Conduct client tastings and ensure product quality. Maintain and recommend kitchen equipment. Assist with inventory and placing orders as needed. Perform additional tasks as required.
Requirements
Education & Experience
5+ years in hospitality, preferably in catering or hotel food service. Food Safety Certification.
Essential QualificationsCommitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Impeccable service standards and attention to detail. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments. Ability to collaborate across departments. Project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Language Skills
Proficiency in English required; Spanish is a plus
Source : Crawford Thomas Recruiting