Sous Chef

Hey There! We would love for you to come join our team out in Multnomah Village at Yalla. Located in the SW hills of Portland we are a Eastern Mediterranean restaurant that focuses on smoked meats, fresh pastas, and seasonal vegetables.

Job Summary : We are looking for a person with a restaurant background to join our team. The sous chef is expected to perform many different rolls, expo and prep positions.

On any given day they assume the lead of their position lead line, lead prep, etc. On expo shifts they assume the daily tasks of the Chef de Cuisine.

The day-to-day duties of the Sous Chef will be ever changing and therefore requires someone who is flexible, and adaptable.

We believe in equitable opportunities, a liveable wage, and sustainable work / life balance for all. We strive to create a healthy and clean work environment for you to develop your skills and hone your craft.

Salary : Depends on Experience.

Reports to : Chef de Cuisine, Culinary Director

Qualifications :

2 years+ experience as a Sous Chef or similar position. Chef experience is a plus

Desire and passion to lead a team and work collaboratively

Knowledge of Mediterranean food and ingredients (preferred)

Knowledge & proficiency in various cooking techniques

Organized, self-motivated, multi-tasker with great follow-up and follow-through

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Strong Auditory skills - all tickets are verbally fired; each station does not receive a copy of the ticket

Proven track record of timeliness, meeting deadlines, and performing under pressure

Ability to lead and work with a team in a positive and productive manner; maintain composure under pressure and in stressful situations

Must have a valid Food Handlers card or obtain one upon employment

What you'll do :

Oversee and direct the line cook production in collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine (CDC)

Leads the kitchen in absence of the CDC

Ensures that line cooks are working efficiently and producing consistent product

Coach, train and performance manage the team members in collaboration with the CDC

Oversees the daily prep lists and pasta fabrication

Ensures that all prep is being executed correctly and in a timely manner

Writes the daily chef and back prep lists

Aids line cooks in daily prep lists as needed

Has the ability to properly place all orders for the back of house such as : produce, meat & seafood, specialty goods and farm orders

Helps maintain a food cost percentage goals

Ensures that all produce and goods remained organized and that orders are put away promptly (FIFO)

Meet with CDC weekly to ensure we are not only meeting the metrics, but also ensure we are providing the best possible work environment

Who we are :

Established in 2020, Sesame Collective is a locally owned company in Portland, Oregon that operates the restaurants Mediterranean Exploration Company, Shalom Y all, Lil Shalom, Bless Your Heart Burgers, and Yalla.

Our mission is to promote and foster the individuals that make up the collective, while embodying the spirit of positive leadership, community collaboration, and exceptional hospitality.

Hospitality is at the center of our core beliefs. Our brand of hospitality is the feeling you get when you are seated at a table where the conversation is flowing, the vibes are inviting and enticing, the dishes are delicious, memorable & overflowing you belong, you are welcome.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the core values of Love & Respect, Grit, Ingenuity, Quality, Teamwork, and Leadership.