The Position:
We are seeking a motivated Sous Chef for our fast-paced and dynamic event culinary team. Gibbet Hill is on the forefront of the local food movement with it’s own 3 acre produce farm. The Barn is a top wedding and event venues in Massachusetts with a reputation for remarkable food and service. As a Sous Chef, you will assist the Chef de Cuisine with the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality culinary experience for our guests.
Responsibilities:
- Effectively run Barn events as a Charge Chef. Oversee and participate in the execution of all dishes ensuring consistency and quality.
- Train, manage and retain kitchen staff and supervise/coordinate all kitchen activities fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Create a culture of teamwork and synergy with front of house, immediately addressing any behavior or activity that goes against the company core values.
- Assist with the oversight of inventory, prep lists, and purchasing decisions throughout each shift and event.
- Ensures purchases and inventory are checked in and recorded properly.
- Partner with the Chef de Cuisine to develop and implement new kitchen policies and systems when applicable.
- In the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, the Catering Sous Chef must be able to attend BEO meetings as scheduled.
- Ensure state and local hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with the ingredients, and ending with the finished product.
Requirements:
- 2 or more years of catering experience involving team leadership
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Strong cooking skills and knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques and cuisines
- Excellent leadership and management skills, with an ability to train and motivate kitchen staff members.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines, and an ability to ensure that all food preparation and presentation is in compliance with these standards.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
- Ability to traverse a kitchen and other tight spaces for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively
Here is a snapshot of our amazing benefits!
- Flexible Schedule to promote work/life balance
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package* after 6 (six) months to employees that meet our eligibility requirements (health, dental, vision, vacation)
- Employee dining discount – 25% off food for you and a guest
- Daily family meal
- 401k* with an annual match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus - get paid to work with your friends
- Training and opportunities for growth
*Employee must meet eligibility requirements to enroll in benefits
The Webber Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer.
The Webber Restaurant Group is an independent, family-owned restaurant group that is dedicated to furthering the local food movement and running its businesses in a sustainable, responsible, and professional manner.