Sous Chef

Job Title: FOUNDRY GRILL SOUS CHEF

Department: Food & Beverage

Reports To: Restaurant Chef

Rate of Pay: $28.00- 30.00/Hour + Service Charges

Shift: Open Availability

Must be available to work weekends and holidays

Full-time, Year Round Position

SUMMARY

Execute all aspects of the Foundry Grill operation to successfully run the restaurant in the absence of the Foundry Grill Chef. Properly cook food to the Sundance Standard being the example for cleanliness, safety, sanitation, and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Work with Chefs in menu development and product research.

Work with Chefs and Purchasing Agent in ordering to ensure the par levels are maintained.

Lead staff by providing written production lists, assigning tasks, checking on quality of prepared items, and making adjustments to products to ensure they meet standards for service.

Conduct daily pre shift meetings with Cooks and Dishwashers to discuss training opportunities, operations and concerns.

Work with Chef and Purchasing Agent in monthly inventory counts.

Manage the productivity of Cooks and Dishwashers ensuring efficiency and quality standards are met.

Inspect all stations to ensure that product meets quality standards and is fully stocked for service.

Provide leadership, refinement and training to Line Cooks I, II, and III.

Provide support to other cooks and dishwashers.

Ensure ticket times are according to Chef's standards.

Conduct pre and post check ensuring all stations are clean and organized.

Throughout shift ensure sanitizer buckets are changed regularly, food temperatures are accurate, and equipment is in good working order.

Communicate with Chefs regarding ordering needs and equipment maintenance (preventative & emergency).

Cook and prepare food according to recipes.

Plate and garnish to standard.

Comply with health code standards at all times.

Maintain station throughout shift to ensure smooth execution of menu items.

Ensure cooks follow Sundance standards for rotating and labeling food.

Ensure food is stored at the proper temperature.

Clean and sanitize equipment used.

Clean work area and inspect the work of dishwashers and cooks.

Support the recycling program.

Contribute to a positive work environment.

Provide support to Chef and production leadership to subordinates.

Assist Chefs in the creation of specials, soups etc.

Assist Chefs with monthly inventory of all food products.

Order products in the absence of the Restaurant Chef.

Supervise production when Chef is not available.

Handle any performance or staff problems and report to Chefs in a timely manner.

Attend meetings in the absence of the Chef.

Work proficiently in the capacity of Chef in all Sundance kitchen outlets. May be required to work in all kitchen outlets as Chef as business or staffing needs dictate.

ALL SUNDANCE REPRESENTATIVES ARE EXPECTED TO:

Embrace and promote all facets of the Sundance Guiding Principles: vision, mission, service standards, and values.

Exhibit job and product knowledge to accurately support and promote all Sundance departments, amenities and programming ventures.

Be flexible to meet business demands, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage time appropriately.

Work with a broad based constituency and provide excellent service to all internal and external guests.

Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

Keep information confidential as directed in the confidentiality agreement.

Support and comply with all Sundance policies, procedures, and standards.

Protect Sundance assets.

Be a positive ambassador of Sundance inside and outside of work.

ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT

Support and participate in environmental programs associated with position, for example: minimize waste, recycle, conserve energy, purchase and use sustainable products, educate co-workers/guests on environmental ethic, support vendors with similar environmental ethic, decrease pollution levels, minimize the use of toxic chemicals, restore wild life habitats, carpool with co-workers to minimize carbon emissions. All employees are invited to participate in environmental or Sundance Preserve sponsored events.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

In the absence of the Restaurant Chef, carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Complete all applicable paperwork for the above responsibilities and submit to HR in a timely manner.

DRESS CODE

Sundance recognizes the impact that our image has on the guest's impression of the resort and the perception of our

Sundance recognizes the impact that our image has on the guest's impression of the resort and the perception of our ability to provide professional service to our clientele. As representatives of Sundance all employees including mangers are expected to be in compliance with the Dress Code determined for his/her department as defined in the job description or follow the standards below.

In order to best promote a positive, professional image that meets Sundance guest's expectations, employees are required to dress in a professional, conservative fashion that is appropriate for their area. Please use the following as a minimum standard:

All aspects of the Personal Appearance policy (SPL#50) must be in compliance.

Operational managers are required to wear nametags at all times while on duty. Additionally, no cologne, short appropriate earrings, short clean fingernails required.

Chef coat, chef pants, apron - clothing must be unwrinkled and clean, and in good condition (no rips, tears, or frays regardless of whether accidental or fashionably placed).

Men's shirts must be tucked in.

A tailored fit is required of all clothing.

Closed toe footwear is required.

T-shirts must be in good condition and have appropriate Sundance logos if not covered by chef's coat.

Baseball caps must be in good condition and have appropriate Sundance logos. Other hair restraints permitted.

Accommodations

Sundance will reasonably accommodate employees with religious beliefs or a disability that may make it difficult for that employee to comply fully with the Personal Appearance Policy. Employees should contact their supervisor or Human Resources to request a reasonable accommodation that will comply to the greatest extent possible with the policy.

DISCLAIMER

This is a general description of this job. All employees of SUNDANCE PARTNERS LTD. will be required to perform any task that is asked of him/her within legal and ethical parameters and company policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Good working knowledge of fresh seasonal produce; meat and poultry preparation for cooking. Production supervisory skills and experience required.

TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS

Must possess a working knowledge of timekeeping systems, word processing, spreadsheets, internet navigation and electronic mail.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess or obtain a valid food handlers permit within 30 days of employment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers verbally and in writing in English and Spanish.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and cold (non-weather) and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 21 years of age or older.