Sous Chef

Job Description

Sous Chef at WS New York

WS New York, is a multi-level restaurant and bar, serving Contemporary American cuisine showcasing innovative and quality offerings. Join our team as a Sous Chef and bring your leadership and teamwork experience to a clean and professional work environment. Qualified individuals should possess a strong attention to detail, organization and cleanliness.

You will be working with a top-tier team in a professional and creative environment. This position is ideal for someone with the desire to be a part of a new restaurant group with ambitions for growth and job advancement in the F&B industry.

Responsibilities:

Plans, organizes, schedules, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff.

Assists with training and continuing education of staff as directed by the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine.

Meets with the chefs and kitchen team to ensure smooth running of all kitchen activities, goals, and operations.

Ensures that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.

Actively participates in the positive relationship between FOH, Bar and BOH teams by maintaining steady stream of communication with entire leadership team and staff.

Ensures that staff is trained in all aspects of kitchen operations, equipment utilization, safety procedures, portion control and correct plating and presentation.

Assists in development and creation of menus to continuously improve The WS New York offerings.

Assist with the establishment and maintenance of working budget and adherence to food cost goals set by Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine.

Participate in management meeting with FOH leaders to discuss service goals, PON Guest (People of note), menu changes, and unusual guest requests or dietary restrictions.

Communicate and explain clearly the expectations of WS New York and the quality standards.

Audit kitchen space for compliance of health department requirements of food safety and staff hygiene.

Follow and enforce all guidelines in the WS New York Kitchen Manual.

Inspects line stations, facilities, ingredients, and all dish components for quality assurance before and during service to ensure a successful execution of the menu.

Creates cooking instructions and plans for Tournants.

Supervise the storage of perishable and nonperishable ingredients to comply fully with health department requirements and company standards of labeling, time, and temperature.

Ensure adherence to safety and emergency procedures to protect staff, guests, and property.

Report any maintenance deficiencies in a quick and timely way.

Resolve guest complaints/queries satisfactorily.

Maintain thorough understanding of industry and stays abreast of industry trends.

Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Ensure that The WS New York brand and standards are always met.

Coach and develops Chef de Parties as cooks and train them at their stations.

Expedites food and step in for Kitchen Manager as needed

Receive and accounts for goods coming into the kitchen.

Maintain positive relationship with vendors.

Leads kitchen staff in inventory, ordering, and stocking of necessary ingredients.

Leads and organize regular deep cleaning and maintenance of kitchen areas and equipment.

Steps in for The WS New York Chef de Cuisine as necessary.

Requirements:

2+ years of Sous chef experience in a Fine Dining and/or high-volume establishment

Knowledge of best practices for training kitchen staff

Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, procedures and equipment’s.

Positive attitude, a sense of responsibility and ownership of the position

Detail-oriented with strong communication skills

Team-oriented with a strong sense of punctuality and reliability

Demonstrate a sense of urgency and strong work ethic in order to keep up with high volume

Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment while being respectful

Leadership:

Act as a dynamic and motivated individual who understands the WS New York vision and execute it consistently to the highest level

Demonstrate the culture that WS New York will be a respectful environment of equality and non-discrimination

Help uphold our philosophy built around a performance-driven culture of respect and professional excellence

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds

Be comfortable with repetitive motions (such as walking, bending and standing) for long periods of time

2 years fine dining and restaurant experience is a plus

Attention to detail

ServSafe Certificate and NY State Food Handler's license is a plus.

In accordance with the NYC Covid-19 Vaccine Mandate, all food establishment employees are required to show proof of Covid-19 Vaccination.

WS New York provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Full-time