Executive Sous Chef
Company: Sentry
Location: Stevens Point
Posted on: April 22, 2024
Job Description:
Muse is a blend of artful experiences that range from our
culinary presentation and service, to the colorful wine collection
and craft-made cocktails, all married with a cultural, art-filled
environment. Together, it sets the tone for a unique dining
experience for Stevens Point and central Wisconsin.
Muse is currently seeking a talented and experienced individual to
join the team as an Executive Sous Chef. If you have a passion for
cooking, leading the kitchen, and have excellent communication
skills, this position may be a fit for you!What You'll DoAs an
Executive Sous Chef, you will:
- Provide leadership and guidance to the culinary teams and
fosters a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous
improvement. Works closely with the Executive Chef to help develop
innovative menus and concepts that reflect culinary trends and
guest preferences.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Restaurant Managers to
develop seasonal menus, daily specials, and catering offerings that
showcase farm-to-table ingredients, culinary expertise, and
creativity. Develops menu concepts from start to finish, creates
menu, budgets menu cost, and presents final tasting to leadership
team. Monitors menu performance, gathers feedback, and make
adjustments as necessary to enhance guest satisfaction and
profitability.
- Mentor and train kitchen staff in culinary techniques, food
preparation methods, and sanitation practices. Diseminates recipe
instructions and creates daily workflows needed for new menu
rollout. Fosters a culture of learning and development, providing
opportunities for growth and advancement within the culinary
team.
- Oversee the larger scope of day-to-day kitchen operations,
including food preparation, production, and presentation, ensuring
adherence to quality standards, food safety regulations, and cost
control measures. Implements efficient workflows and procedures to
optimize kitchen efficiency and productivity.
- Manage food inventory levels, procurement, and vendor
relationships to ensure adequate supply levels while minimizing
waste and controlling costs/delivery time. Conduct regular
inventory audits and implements strategies to optimize inventory
turnover, product rotation, and minimize shrinkage.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and
presentation, conducting regular tastings and inspections to uphold
Sentry's reputation for service and quality. Address any issues or
concerns promptly, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and industrial
health, safety, and sanitation regulations, conducting regular
inspections and team training to uphold the highest standards of
cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
- Administer human resource-related activities including timely
performance and salary reviews. Ensure all subordinates adhere to
human resources policies and practices. Completes scheduling &
payroll processes for assigned team members.Additionally, you will:
- Work closely with Restaurant Manager and front-of-house staff
to deliver exceptional dining experiences that exceed guest
expectations. Collaborate on special events, promotions, and themed
dinners to enhance guest engagement and satisfaction.
- Responsible for meticulously organizing the food items required
for the daily menu within the framework of each restaurant's unique
concept, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to culinary
standards.
- Oversee and providing leadership to the back-of-house staff
when the Executive Chef is unavailable, ensuring smooth operations
and maintaining high standards of performance in their
absence.
- Actively support and cultivate a culture of "concierge-like"
service by consistently delivering a personalized and exceptional
level of service ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Partner with Executive Chef to hold daily line-up meetings to
go over shift expectations.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned from time to
time.What it Takes
- Technical degree from Culinary Institute or equivalent work
experience
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience
- TIPS certification required
- ServSafe certification required
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to
inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the
ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects
simultaneously.
- Knowledge of culinary techniques, food trends, industry best
practices, and all aspects of food preparation.
- Wood burning oven experience desirable.
- Farm-to-table experience desirable.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in banquet preparation and planning.
- Ability to work flexible scheduling including early mornings,
nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.What You'll Receive:At
Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation.
Below are some benefits and perks that you'll receive.
- Competitive Compensation -to reward you for your hard work
- Eligibility for a Quarterly Performance -Bonus
- Generous -Holiday Pay, Paid-Time Off and Floating Holidays -for
you to enjoy time "out of the office"
- Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life -Insurance -to encourage
a healthy lifestyle
- 401 (K) match -after 1 year of service to help fund your
future
- Associate -discounted -shift meals and golf rates
- Free -Wellness Center Membership
- Extensive Work-Life Resources to lend a helping hand.About
SentryWe take great pride in making Forbes' list of America's Best
Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor,
many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.Our bright future
is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in
1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their
futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we're one of
the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in
the United States. We're rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's
leading rating authority.Our headquarters is in Stevens Point,
Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From
sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy
a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for
ongoing professional development and growth.Get ready to own your
future at Sentry. Opportunities await!Who to ContactBrianna
TuckerEqual Opportunity EmployerSentryWorld is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in
employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Keywords: Sentry, Appleton , Executive Sous Chef, Hospitality & Tourism , Stevens Point, Wisconsin
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