Saute Chef

We are hiring Sauté Chefs for the newest upscale restaurant to hit Volusia County!

As a Sauté Chef you will be executing all menu categories and specific recipes for all menu items including timing, quality, temperature, portion and presentation. This involves the preparation of meats, fish, poultry, vegetables and sauces by using cooking techniques such as braising, baking, roasting and high level skillet/sauté work. As a skilled, organized and creative cook, great communication and pride in exceptional service are paramount.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Knowledge of cooking techniques such as braising, baking, roasting and high level skillet/sauté work
• Knowledge of all kitchen equipment, including adjusting thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles
• Ability to inventory product, read menus and estimate food requirements to create a production plan
• Maintain standards and specifications related to food preparation and food handling on a daily basis and understand measurements requirements
• Knowledge and understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines including temperature requirements and the science in cooking temperatures
• Clean kitchen equipment
• Ability to handle special dietary requests
• May prepare sauces “a la minute” using advanced sauce preparation techniques
• Create seasonings, cures and rubs
• May bone and clean shellfish, cut, trim or grind meats, fish or poultry
• Must demonstrate advanced culinary technical skills required in food preparation and use of kitchen equipment
• Must demonstrate ability to present and discuss menu item preparation 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in culinary field/high volume restaurant
• Strong communication, proven leadership and interpersonal skills
• Adept at troubleshooting and can calmly handle difficult situations
• Proven ability to create, read and understand recipes
• Understands the purpose of the knife and when to use it
• Strong organizational skills and ability to lead a team in a very fast paced environment
• Exhibits a positive, friendly and helpful attitude towards customers and teammates
• Demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for working in the kitchen
• Proven knowledge of culinary techniques and terminology
• Food Safety Certification or equivalent