Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

At bartaco, food is our passion. But people are our purpose.

We believe in investing in our team, because our people are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to creating an atmosphere where our team members can learn, develop, and succeed, every day.

Through hands-on training and growth-focused opportunities, we build confidence and nurture skills that will serve our team members both at bartaco and wherever life takes them.

It’s no surprise that so many of our team members take pride in working here and recommend bartaco as a great place to be.

Being a part of the bartaco crew is more than just a job it’s an opportunity to gain valuable experiences, grow personally, and be part of something special.

So, who are we looking for?

We’re looking for people like YOU with a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn and grow, and the ability to thrive in an energetic +

collaborative environment.

As a bartaco Sous Chef, here’s a look at what you’ll do :

Our Sous Chefs are responsible for the daily leadership and operations of the kitchen, by providing professional leadership and direction to the culinary team by ensuring that all recipes, food preparations and presentations meet the restaurant's specifications and commitment to quality.

• Work closely with the executive chef to ensure we are serving food that meets bartaco’s standards for quality
• Create memorable dining experiences that exceed guest expectations
• Drive continuous improvement
• Coach, lead and develop your team
• Perform calmly and effectively in a high-volume environment
• Ensure that the team properly follows all bartaco standards
• Manage shifts which include daily decision making and effective planning
• Perform daily compliance checks including line, safety / sanitation.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and purchasing.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Assist with the hiring and training processes of all kitchen teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Perks, Benefits + Rewards, just for you :

• A fun work environment!
• Meal discounts when dining at bartaco.
• Paid vacation time.
• Gym and fitness center discounts available through Cigna.
• Duolingo, offering 100 language courses teaching over 40+ different languages, including English and Spanish. Available to all benefits eligible team members at no cost.
• Have a pet? We offer discounted virtual pet care with Vetster the first visit is free for bartaco team members!
• Student loan assistance program including loan management, refinancing marketplace, financial wellness tools and debt counseling.

offered to all bartaco team members through our partnership with Peanut Butter.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for all full time team members.
• Mental Health coverage provided through our partners @ headspace, available at no additional cost to all benefits eligible team members enrolled in coverage.
• For all team members, we also offer an Employee Assistance Program that encompasses assistance for mental health including 3 face-to-face counseling sessions, 5 telephonic wellness coaching sessions, 3 critical incident stress management events per year.

Available to all bartaco team members.

Career development and advancement opportunities for high performing individuals.

Interested in bartaco?

Hear from our founders + watch the bartaco story on YouTube

View our menu + more @ bartaco.com

Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies Required :

1-3 years of culinary management experience.

A culinary arts degree is preferred, but not required.

Excellent cooking skills.

Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the team.

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Physical Skills Required :

Able to tolerate long periods of time working on foot / standing up.

Able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

Able to work in a kitchen environment that may result in exposure to heat or cold.