Sous Chef

Sous Chef Opportunity with KitchFixKitchFix is a chef-driven organization that seeks to provide best-in-class hospitality through quality food and unparalleled service. Our operations include contract dining for performance-focused operations in 8 states and a headquarters based in Chicago. We believe exceptional hospitality helps all individuals reach their full potential.Join the Culinary Team Behind Major and Minor League Baseball Organizations.We're hiring a Sous Chef to join our culinary team supporting the Cincinnati Reds baseball team in Goodyear, AZ.What You'll Do:Assist the Chef de Cuisine with overall kitchen operation as a successful independent profit center, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction, through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the Kitchen operation and administrationExhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading the staff and managing all food-related functionsAssist in supervising all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high-quality product is producedSupervise hourly food service associatesincluding, but not limited to, training, counseling, participating in performance assessments and communicating with the CDC when disciplinary action may be necessary.Act as a mentor to the kitchen staff and maintain a "life-long learner" approachClearly communicate all daily production goals to the team utilizing daily stand-up meetings and production sheetsCarry out the CDC's vision when CDC is not presentMaintain a well-organized kitchen that reflects the standards of the Reds and of KitchFixAssist in all culinary aspects of menu production including daily service tastings and line checksAssist the CDC in composing menus and sourcing productsMaintain and teach a welcoming and "customer-first" attitude; maintain open kitchen visibility with direct client relationshipsMaintain a "solutions-minded" attitudeMaintain existing systems, i.e., rotating cleaning schedules, routine maintenance, opening and closing checklistsIn partnership with the CDC, oversee product procurement, ordering, receiving, inventory management, and labor schedulingManage administrative and financial operations, including AP/AR, invoice coding, expense reporting, and inventory reconciliationLearn how to incorporate dishes to support nutritional needs and preferences for athletic populations and cultural diversitiesExhibit excellent organizational, management, and communication skills and portray this to both staff and clientDisplay problem-solving mentality while exhibiting patience and compassionWhat We're Looking For:Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or equivalent is preferred3-5 years' experience in a professional, busy kitchen2 years of food service management experiencePrevious experience in volume cooking preferredServSafe Food Managers certificationExperience with food, supply orders, and inventoryExcellent knowledge of kitchen equipment and advanced knife skillsStrong creativity, desire to learn, and interest in building healthy meals with lots of flavorConfidence in working with clients who have food sensitivitiesAble to work under pressureAbility to prepare creative, simple, healthy, performance-oriented menu items dailyInitiate and embrace collaboration with other cooks and chefsPerform the physical demands Remain on your feet for several hours at a time, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, withstand high temperature conditions, bend, kneel, and stoopMust be willing to submit to a background check and drug screenA working knowledge of baseball a plusSpanish language fluency a plusWork Schedule:This role requires a non-standard schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, aligned with the Reds seasonal schedule.Our Total Rewards Package includes:Competitive salary, starting at $55,000/year, based on experienceAnnual bonus potential up to 5% of annual salaryComprehensive benefits package:Medical, Dental, VisionHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Monthly cell phone reimbursementCompany laptop401(k) planPaid Time Off (3 weeks PTO, Sick Time, Paid Holidays)Paid parental leaveOpportunity to contribute directly to KitchFix's growthKitchFix is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity and creating a place of belonging. KitchFix does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any legally protected characteristic.