Sous Chef - SOL

Join the XRG Team: Where Passion for Hospitality Meets Limitless Opportunities!

At Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG), our foundation is built on the unwavering dedication of team members who exude a relentless passion for hospitality. We have set our standards high, never settling for anything less than the extraordinary, because at XRG, we believe in delivering not just meals but unforgettable eXperiences. If you're one of those individuals, we invite you to join our XRG Team!

Why XRG? Here's a Taste of What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay and Partner Perks: Your hard work deserves recognition. Our generous bonus structure(s) through the Profit for Partners Program add an extra layer of reward to your hard work. We believe in rewarding excellence.
• Unique Culture: Our Core Values set us apart, making the XRG culture truly unmatched. Join the #XRGFam and eXperience the difference.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) match* - because your well-being matters.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We thrive on promoting from within, fostering #XperienceRealGrowth for every team member.
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Referral Program: Share the joy of being part of the XRG team with others.
• Safety & Compliance Incentives: Your well-being is our priority. Benefit from our Safety and Compliance Incentive Program as we maintain a secure and compliant work environment.
• Free Food: Enjoy monthly Meal Card allowances to use at any of our locations/brands.
• Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid vacation time. Your well-deserved breaks are essential to your productivity and overall happiness.
• Sick Time: Offered in eligible states (CA, CO, AZ, MA, MD, WA, NY, NV, IL), we've got you covered with paid sick leave.
• Financial Well-Being: Exclusive Credit Union Benefits, including Checking/Savings, Loans, and Financial Education.
• Partner Perks: Unlock discounted rates on theme parks, travel, apparel, sports tickets, and more!
• Life Beyond Work: Embrace additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal services, and much more!

Join XRG, where every team member is a valued part of our journey. Discover a workplace that goes beyond expectations, a place where your passion meets endless possibilities. Certified Top Workplaces- 5 years running!

PURPOSE

The Chef serves as the day-to-day operational leader in the company’s elevated signature brands, ensuring a harmonious blend of culinary excellence, efficient operations, financial viability, and an unforgettable dining experience for guests.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Executive Chef in creating sophisticated and innovative menus that align with the signature’s brands and culinary vision.
• Stay abreast of culinary trends and innovations, infusing creativity into menu development and kitchen practices.
• Encourage experimentation and the introduction of new techniques.

Culinary Leadership:

• Provide visionary leadership to the kitchen team, following standards for culinary excellence.
• Foster a culture of creativity, discipline, and continuous improvement among kitchen staff.
• Efficiently manage chef operations, including scheduling, inventory control, and budget management.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as front-of-house and management, to ensure best in class service.

Food Quality Control:

• Ensure the consistent quality and presentation of all dishes leaving the kitchen.
• Implement and maintain strict hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Support Executive Chef select the finest ingredients, often establishing relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Oversee the handling and storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and quality.
• Optimize kitchen profitability by suggesting opportunities to control costs, expenses, and maximizing revenue.

Staff Training and Development:

• Conduct regular training sessions for all signature brands kitchen staff to enhance skills and ensure consistency in preparation techniques.
• Mentor and develop sous chefs and other team members.
• Support Executive Chef on new menu rollouts training, updates and revisions to specifications and recipes documentation.

Customer Interaction:

• Interact with customers to gather feedback, accommodate special requests, and ensure a personalized dining experience.
• Adapt menus to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Assists and/or completes additional tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Creativity; Innovative, proven, and creative mindset to continuously elevate the culinary offerings.
• Analytical skills; to monitor sales data, analyzing financial reports, and making data-driven suggestions.
• Business Acumen; Understanding of the business side of the culinary operation, including cost control, profitability, and budget management.
• Strategic thinking to contribute to the overall success of the establishment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with staff, suppliers, and guests.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, plating and knife skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Proven Culinary experience in a high volume, fine dining atmosphere.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean motor vehicle driving record.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• 21+years of age.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions described below are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

• Work indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, the severity of which depends upon guest volume
• Work varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to walk long periods of time
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of time
• Ability to understand the speech of another person
• Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Ability to push and lift to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of duties, which you as a Chef are expected to perform in your normal course of work. It is by no means an all-inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties. You should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time with or without notice.