Ken Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that's in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We're committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that's in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.
Get to Know This Role
The Sous Chef is responsible for preparing and cooking a wide range of food items. Reporting to the Executive Chef, this position manages a large staff effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment. The Sous Chef contributes to the overall operation of the kitchen including overseeing cooking and managing an efficient kitchen staff, managing inventory of food and kitchen supplies, delivery scheduling, and ordering.
What You Will Do
Supervise kitchen staff during opening, mid or closing shift; direct staff flow and procedures during service shifts; supervise staff engaged in inventory, storage, and distribution of food and supplies
Plan and/or participate in menu creation, preparing and portioning foods, implementing new menus as well as utilizing food surpluses and leftovers
Control portion costs by following recipes and directives from the Executive Chef; ensure conformance with recipes and appearance standards
Manage food and supply inventory; order as needed; schedule deliveries of product
Manage employee relations and performance reviews; provide coaching and feedback to staff and assess performance on an ongoing basis; communicate restaurant goals to performance expectations to employees
Assist in conducting daily pre-shift meetings; review daily specials, stations, and other applicable announcements with staff
Assist in hiring process for back of house staff including interviewing, selection, and onboarding
Maintain professional restaurant image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards to exceed industry standards
Complete accident reports promptly if an employee or guest is injured
Provides timely detailed account of any disciplinary issues to the Chef and General Manager
Please Apply if You Have
4 years experience working in various kitchen positions required
2 years kitchen supervisory experience required
2 years working in a high-volume restaurant with a large restaurant team preferred
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of restaurant operations & compliance requirements
Ability to effectively communicate with all management, guests, staff, and vendors professionally
Maintains a fun and safe environment for all staff and contributes to a healthy teamwork atmosphere.
Ability to role model exceptional work ethic, accountability, safety and attendance
Ability to work effectively as part of a team while undertaking a leadership role
Demonstrate a high level of motivation and resourcefulness under pressure
Knowledge of and love for food including an interest in craft beer
Demonstrated attention to detail, with the ability to quickly manage several priorities and apply appropriate judgment in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer knowledge, specifically Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Additional Requirements to Consider Before Applying
You must be at least 21 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post offer background check.
Before applying for this role, please review the full job description, including the physical demands and working environment: https://sierranevada.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&id=2287
** This position will remain open until filled; online applications will be reviewed weekly **
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer