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Executive Sous Chef Duties and Responsibilities
Making sure a commercial kitchen operates efficiently involves a mix of culinary and supervisory tasks.
Collaborate with Executive Chef on Menu Planning
Executive sous chefs help the executive chef plan the core menu and daily specials based on current food inventory, staff capabilities, and customer feedback.
Supervise Chefs and Food Preparation Workers
Executive sous chefs manage the kitchen employees. They are responsible for giving directives to line cooks, food prep workers. This involves disciplining workers as necessary.
Enforce All Food Safety Policies and Procedures
Strict food safety and general health policies are set by a national board of food and safety. It is the responsibility of the executive sous chef to make sure all kitchen staff follow these regulations.
Hire and Train Kitchen Staff
The executive sous chef is responsible for interviewing and evaluating candidates and training new hires on the establishments kitchen rules.
Check Freshness of Food and Maintain Supplies
One of the most important duties of the executive sous chef is creating and following a regular daily routine to check the freshness of all perishable items. This requires a keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Executive sous chefs are also responsible for ordering and facilitating the delivery of food and supplies.