EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Pratt Institute - Brooklyn, NY

Salary : $80,000

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience.

We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions.

We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

You will be responsible for all culinary and campus dining locations and creating excitement by leading all aspects of operations, in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines.

This position will be responsible to drive guest satisfaction and engagement! This position must have a current NYC DOH Food Handler’s Certificate.

Key Responsibilities :

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and uses daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.

Tastes completed meals to ensure quality

• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

Qualifications :

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• MUST HAVE current NYC DOH Food Handlers Certificate
• Six+ years of progressive culinary / kitchen management experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• Catering experience a plus
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience is highly desirable
• ServSafe certified is highly desirable
• Hands-on chef experience a must
30+ days ago