PASTRY SOUS CHEF
Salary Range: $75K - $80K
Company Overview:
José Andrés Group restaurants have always been centered around our original mission, Change the World through the Power of Food! From fast-casual to fine dining and everything in between, JAG’ers know they all play a critical role in the overall success of our brands.
Position Summary:
Lead and manage all restaurant operations in partnership with the Executive Pastry Chef to offer a world-class culinary experience, and ensure concept vision and JAG standards are executed consistently. Demonstrate that employees are the highest priority, maintain a positive work environment, and develop the next generation of restaurant leaders. Take ownership of the restaurant; ensure the restaurant operates efficiently and profitably. Position reports to the Executive Pastry Chef.
Culinary Leadership:-
Develop and execute a plan to stay within department budgets and maximize profits.
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Actively manages inventory, waste, and pricing to meet cost targets. Effectively manage kitchen and janitor labor, scheduling, and payroll.
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Share financial information with the management team to develop and understand the impact of their decisions.
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Ensure tools such as Compeat are utilized correctly, and data is accurate.
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Reach out to the JAG community for support as needed.
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Support the Head Chef for the day-to-day execution of menus in your immediate area.
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You have full working knowledge of all menu items, recipes, prep lists, and station setups.
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You have an understanding of all equipment, how it operates, and how to maintain & clean equipment.
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You have full financial control and responsibility for your immediate area, including food, labor and supply control, and costs.
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You lead by example- by being proactive in assisting all Team Members in any area of operation
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including outside of your immediate AOR.
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You oversee training and development and daily output of Team Members, taking action where needed to ensure smooth operations.
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You are responsible to enforce & uphold standards, you inform and hold Team Members accountable to the same standards and issue corrective action when a Team Members performance or behavior is outside accepted JAG standard.
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Chefs are responsible for their entity-specific Recipe books, Daily upkeep, and updating as needed when there are menu changes.
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Chefs Oversee Station sets up and conducts line walks for quality control, cleanliness, organization, adherence to recipes, food safety, and its appearance.
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Chefs Insure Deep cleaning schedule and equipment maintenance in maintained.
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Chefs complete Weekly Schedules 3 weeks in advance
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Chefs are responsible for compliance and Food safety adherence per NYC Guidelines and JAG policies and procedures
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Chefs report for all shifts as scheduled or speak personally with a director if you are unable to work a scheduled shift.
Skills & Knowledge
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Position requires a minimum of 3+ years of Pastry Sous Chef experience and 5+ years of kitchen experience.
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Pastry/Culinary degree preferred.
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Extensive knowledge of pastry culinary fundamentals (knife skills) is required.
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Requires developed communication skills, both verbal and written.
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Most tasks are performed independently or in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader.
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Ability to maintain compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
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Ability to supervise, train and motivate multiple levels of employees. Ability to assess/evaluate other employees’ performance in a fair and consistent manner.
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Extensive knowledge of food industry, restaurants and competitive markets.
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Basic knowledge of revenue management. Participation in the development of short- and long-term financial and operational goals of the restaurants.
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Food Handler's Certificate required.
Abilities & Working Conditions
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This position will spend 100% of the time standing or walking.
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Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length.
What you can expect from us:
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Competitive Pay with industry-leading benefits
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Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO
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50% off food at any of our restaurants
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Bonus eligibility
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Flexible Schedules
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Fun, Dynamic, Innovative atmosphere
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Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
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Career Advancement opportunities
JOSÉ ANDRÉS GROUP restaurants span across the world including Miami, Orlando, Las Vegas, NYC, Chicago, LA, Dubai, Bahamas and of course our original home, Washington, DC. Since 1993, our restaurants reflect the authentic roots of each concept and showcase José's passion for telling the stories of a culture through food. José Andrés Group is an equal opportunity employer.