Sous Chef

Join the Ruby Hospitality team as part of the Steam Plant Restaurant and Event Center kitchen staff. The Steam Plant Restuarant is looking for a Sous Chef to work with our Executive Chef to run a fast-growing culinary venue. The Sous Chef will oversee the Steam Plant restaurant operation by assisting with management and development of staff within in the Steam Plant kitchen, ensuring quality control and being part of the creative team developing new menu items. The Sous Chef will provide support to the executive Chef in managing the restaurant kitchen as well as banquet events. Sous Chef Job Responsibilities: Directs food preparation and collaborates with executive chef. Helps in the design of food and event menus. Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste. Oversees and supervises kitchen staff. Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies. Ensures that food is top quality, and that kitchen is in good condition. Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards. Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen's performance. Prepares food properly. This is a full-time position that will include shifts during the day and evening as well as weekends. The Chef will work to keep the Sous Chef schedule consistent. Flexibility in scheduling will be accommodated as possible by the Sous Chef and in return the company will work to be flexible when possible. Sous Chef Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures Management skills Familiarity with industry's best practices Leadership Creativity Time-management skills Decision making Handles pressure Deals with uncertainty 3-5 years banquet/catering experience. Education and Experience Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Formal culinary training can be helpful Kitchen experience $20/hr plus tips Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Culinary experience: 4 years (Required)