Sous Chef - Polaris

Community Name:Polaris Community

The Sous Chef is responsible for planning and directing food preparation in a kitchen for normal operation, special events and catering including overseeing menu development and the preparation of all meals according to policy and procedures, while effectively managing food inventory within budget requirements.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Creates and maintains a pleasant and inviting dining experience

Uses creativity and innovation in performing culinary duties

Assists with menu development by consulting with residents and dieticians, and submits menus to the dietician for review and approval

Aids in planning, developing and communicating/posting menus

Prepares and oversees the preparation of food so that it is ready for service at a specified time.

Monitor and enforce temperature recording by staff.

Recommends substitution if necessary and communicates any changes to the menu items

Ensures consistent quality in regards to food/beverages in taste, plating and presentation

Develops and follows recipes for inventory control

Completes inventory responsibilities at least monthly

Reviews deliveries to account for all ordered items and to ensure offered items are present

Oversees the food preparation for special events

Assists with budget development and monitoring the department P/L's, especially in areas of staffing and raw food

Ensures consistent quality standards are met related to sanitation and safety, (UCH standards, ODH Standards, OSHA Standards, etc.)

Assists with SDS updating and training

Ensures proper equipment operation/maintenance

Reviews and submits invoices to Accounts Payable and operates within the established budget

Assists in hiring decisions of cooks and dining services assistants, and assists with terminations as necessary

Supervises assigned cooks and dining services assistants

Assists with orientation and training of staff in department

Monitors the performance of all assigned staff and completes corrective action and/or counseling, if necessary

Completes regular performance appraisals as assigned/delegated

Completes and conducts safety training and ensures department safety practices

Serves on the dining committee and other committees as required

Performs all other duties as assigned or directed

Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers and tenderizers; Bakes, roasts, broils and steams food items to prepare for consumption

Washes, peels, cuts and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare for use

Meets meal schedulers; Serves meals according to portion control; Slices portions of meat for individual servings; Adds gravies, sauces, and garnishes as required; Checks meal trays for accuracy before they leave the kitchen area

Maintains Dining Services department according to established rules and regulations; Directs and assists in performing daily and scheduled cleaning duties

Stores food in designated areas, utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements, food spoilage and food sanitation

Staffs the department with capable people; Plans the work for employees with due regard for performance and skills

Ensures employees are adequately oriented and trained to perform their duties; Assists and encourages employees in developing their skills and self-confidence and in understanding where and how their role impacts the community and corporation

Oversees special catering events

Competency Statement(s)

Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.

Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.

Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.

Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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