Sous Chef - Limelight Mammoth

Position Summary

A Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and high-quality food production. They supervise and train kitchen staff, maintain food safety standards, and assist with inventory management. The Sous Chef also steps in to lead the kitchen during the Executive Chef’s absence, ensuring consistent and efficient execution of culinary tasks. This position reports to Chef de Cuisine.The salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all salaried roles are eligible for bonus.Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until September 7, 2025.Essential Job Functions/Key Responsibilities

     Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service during all shifts

     Assist the Executive Chef with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal adjustments

     Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure it meets the restaurant's standards and guest expectations

     Maintain inventory control, order supplies, and manage food storage to minimize waste and ensure freshness

     Enforce kitchen safety and sanitation practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations and cleanliness standards

     Act as restaurant chef in the absence of Chef de Cuisine

     Develop, train, supervise, and coordinate with line staff to achieve assigned tasks

     Maintain and promote proper food safety and handling protocols

    Communicate with Chef de Cuisine regarding the daily inventory and ordering process

    Cook and prepare food to order

    Work as an active participant on the service line as required

    Help maintain cleanliness guidelines for all kitchen production, walk-ins, and storage areas

    Other duties as assigned