Sous Chef

Job Description

We are looking to add a Sous Chef to our team at Lolitas - a Mexican Concept Restaurant. This is a great opportunity to be a part of an organization that believes our team members are our most important resource and therefore take great pride in selecting individuals that help us to achieve our company’s mission.

Responsibilities:

Sets up and execute hot food for restaurant

Sets up and execute breakfast hot food for banquet events

Responsible for managing all line cooks, production cooks, breakfast buffet attendants and stewards

Is responsible for training and mentoring all hourly associates

Addressing all kitchen-related problems and incidences in a timely and effective manner

Completes all opening, daily, and weekly checklists when necessary

Understands state health codes and follows all company standard operating procedures

Ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld by enforcing high sanitation standards

Works as a team for all banquets and buffets with a “can do” attitude

Works with all of culinary management team to help take care of product, multi-tasking as well as the ability to work fast and efficiently

Is responsible for daily vendor orders while keeping coolers and store rooms organized

Is responsible for setting up, maintaining operations, breaking down hot and cold stations

Planning and preparing special occasion menus including holiday brunches and buffets

Developing unique and visually appealing plating designs for new dishes

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED a plus but not required

Previous experience a plus

Must be able to work long hours, weekends, evenings and holidays

Must have a high standard of cleanliness and understanding of food safety practices

Must be clear and concise with verbal and written communication including emails

Must understand all kitchen equipment and communicate issues with the engineering department

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Free Associate Parking

Free Meal for every shift worked

25% Discount in Resort Outlets

Hotel Discounts with OPL

Friends and Family Discount

The company also conducts post-offer employment verifications, motor vehicle, and criminal background checks.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Full-time