Executive Chef

3 days ago


Metairie, Louisiana, United States Thomas Cuisine Full time
Sous Chef Job Description

Job Summary:

The Sous Chef will be responsible for the direction and guidance in collaboration with the Executive Chef and Food Services Director for the overall production of food to include: implementation of systematic production methods, standardized recipes, portion control, menu development, and purchasing requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Directly supervises 10-12 employees in lower-level positions.
  • Maintain strict confidence regarding company-related matters.
  • Meets attendance guidelines & adheres to regulatory company & departmental policies & procedures.
  • Maintain company uniform & dress codes.
  • Follow directions from Chef /or FSD regarding other related duties.
  • Maintain strict following of recipes for all food production & products.
  • Must have proficient knife skills.
  • Able to work all classifications, stations & kitchen departments; other areas may be required.
  • Able to provide own tools.
  • Monitor all stations & maintain strict use of recipes for all food production & products.
  • Observation on all food stations to eliminate waste & to have the best & freshest products possible.
  • Train all employees to menu specifications, sanitation & food handling.
  • Produces daily production sheets & records leftovers
  • Counts accurate inventory of all items in all food storage areas.
  • Produces menu items by timeline requirements.
  • Maintains all HACCP standard operating procedures.
  • Accurately plan & create all requisitions for ordering.
  • Receives & examines food products & supplies to ensure quality & quantity to meet established standards, specifications & ensures proper storage & organization from all suppliers.
  • Ensures the staff has a clean & sanitary workstation/area by practicing the clean as you go method.
  • Cleans & whips down tables & utensils before & after each assignment.
  • Able to identify & fabricate all meats, raw or cooked for service or functions, as well as other products, but not limited to vegetables, fruits, starches, etc.
  • Produces menu items by timeline requirements.
  • Performs all knife skills & cooking methods on proteins, vegetables, starches & other ingredients according to recipe within the prescribed time frame to complete all service times for caf or functions contracts in an accurate & rapid manner.
  • Maintain all prepared items are labeled with the following information; item inside the container, date item is prepped, use by date & initials of the person who prepped the item.
  • Supervises/trains lower-level staff engaged in preparing, cooking, serving meats, carving, sauces, vegetables, soups, mise en place, technical skills, & other food products.
  • Other duties as directed

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience preferred
  • Expert knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Fine dining restaurant, hotel, or country club culinary experience is highly desirable
  • Experience with high-touch customer service environments
  • Creativity and plate presentation skills a must
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable
  • Must be experienced with computers: to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, E-mail, and the Internet
  • ServSafe certification required
  • Must be able to successfully complete criminal background checks (State and Federal) and drug screenings
  • Must be willing to participate in-patient/resident satisfaction programs/activities

About Thomas Cuisine:

Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately-held contract food service company operating in 18 states and growing. We advocate the healing power of whole foods. We believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Our clients include hospitals, upscale senior living communities, and corporate dining facilities. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while doing the right thing. We seek to make a valuable difference to those we serve - one nutritious meal at a time.

Our Values:

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships


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