Sous Chef

THE OPPORTUNITY (multiple positions available)

As Sous Chef, you play a critical role in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, working closely with the Executive Chef to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and culinary efficiency. You have a passion for the culinary arts with a focus on team training and coaching, menu development, and seamless execution. You are a highly skilled culinary professional who excels in both creative and managerial aspects of a kitchen.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality food production.
• Lead, train, and mentor the culinary team, fostering a positive and professional work environment focused on excellence.
• Supervise the preparation, cooking, and plating of all dishes, ensuring consistency and adherence to the Fogo Island Inn's high standards of presentation and flavor.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, including the creation of new dishes, seasonal offerings, and special event menus.
• Take the lead in running culinary operations during the Executive Chef's absence, ensuring the kitchen operates at its best.
• Manage Culinary Team's daily schedules, delegate tasks, and oversee kitchen productivity to maintain high standards during peak service times.
• Monitor food quality and control consistency, ensuring that every dish meets quality and presentation expectations.
• Ensure all kitchen areas are clean and organized, and that all equipment is in good working condition.
• Control food costs by minimizing waste and ensuring proper inventory management and stock rotation.
• Assist with administrative duties such as ordering, inventory management, and staffing.
• Other Duties as required.