Our team at Herrington on the Bay is growing! As the demand for our services rises, so does the demand for empowered and motivated Culinary Professionals.

If you are looking for a new and unique set of challenges that can take your career to new heights, then we invite you to join our Herrington Family. We are a team of hospitality professionals who value imagination, ambition and a dedication to serving others.

We are searching for a Sous Chef to lead our kitchen in a very high volume, from scratch catering kitchen.

We are committed to creating a great place to work because we feel that when our team loves what they do, they are just as excited about our events as our clients are. With competitive pay and benefits, you can rest assured that you will be taken care of at Herrington on the Bay. We invest in our people for the long term.

The Brass Tacks

Maintains responsibility for day-to-day operation of the kitchen and has complete responsibility for the kitchen in its entirety
Ensure high standard of food quality and consistency for all menu items
Develops and implements procedures to ensure that all work practices meet or exceed the established standards
Manage food cost, labor cost and waste management to achieve set budgetary targets
Communicates regularly with Executive Chef and General Manager for updates, changes and revisions to existing contracts, practices and procedures.
Maintains standards for food quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety. Follows all appropriate policies and procedures
Ensures timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests
Assists in the selection, supervision, training, development, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and counseling of staff
Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that empower and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards
Monitors food and labor costs
Conducts daily walk-through of all walk-in refrigerators, dry storage areas and food lines to ensure rotation, usage, cleanliness and proper sanitation
Ensures attractive, consistent presentations of food items, both buffet and plated
Interacts/supervises line cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared
Handles all needs and accommodates customer requests in a timely manner
Conducts product inventories, ordering and receiving of product
Responsible for team adherence to standards for sanitation and safe food handling
Responsible for all opening and closing kitchen procedures

The Nitty Gritty

A culinary arts degree and/or equivalent training with 5+ years in industry and 2+ years of experience in a culinary management role in a similar environment
Must possess excellent business communication skills (both written and verbal) in order to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries
Ability to demonstrate and re-enforce basic and advanced culinary skills
Proven record of managing, training & motivating a diverse team
Experience ordering and cultivating relationships with purveyors
Strong inventory management and waste efficiency skills, positive food cost & labor cost numbers
Department of Health Certification, plus Food Allergen & Food Safety Certified
Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks, work in stressful situations with shifting priorities
Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other computer programs.
Must demonstrate excellent people skills and a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic demeanor

The Perks

*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

Paid Time Off (Because Balance Matters)
Simple IRA (Free Money)
Values-Based Culture
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Wellness programs
Team Member Outings
Diverse Work Group
Volunteer Opportunities
Ability to Chart A Path Forward

The Fine Print

Herrington on the Bay is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Employment Type

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Food provided
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience level:

6 years

Pay rate:

Hourly pay

Shift:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus opportunities
Overtime pay

Weekly day range:

Every weekend
Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Herrington on the Bay

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