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Sous Chef
Elior North America • Washington, DC 20080 • Posted 30+ days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $70,000/yr • Mid Level
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Elior North America is seeking a skilled and experienced sous chef for their Constellation team in Washington, DC. The role involves supervising and participating in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of food items served on premise at the cafe, as well as assisting with catered events and pre-orders. The sous chef will also be responsible for planning menus, developing recipes, maintaining production and sanitation standards, and ensuring the highest level of customer service.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize and supervise daily culinary operation of retail and catering services.
- Plan menus based on market trends, customer preferences, nutritional considerations; design recipes, determine appropriate ingredients and specify individual serving portion for each recipe.
- Develop and adapt menus in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints; participate in other menu planning activities.
- Direct and coordinate the work of production and dish room staff.
- Maintain proper production, safety and sanitation standards.
- Direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items.
- Evaluate the quality of raw food and ensure the quality of the finished products.
- Inspect assigned units to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance.
- Implement culinary production for special events, and catered functions.
- Supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions.
- Maintain proper inventory controls for food, supplies, and equipment.
- Interview, select, train and evaluate supervisory and support staff.
- Control revenue and expenses to ensure financial goals.
- Ensure the highest level of customer service.
- Respond to inquiries and concerns from faculty, staff, and students.
- Maintain venue's policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in institutional management, nutrition, dietetics, or hotel and restaurant management, certification by a recognized culinary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
- Demonstrated institutional, hotel, or restaurant culinary skills to include large quantity production.
- Must have 3- 5 years of culinary management experience.
- Strong leadership, oral and written communication skills are required.
- A proven track record of successfully controlling costs and managing annual budgets.
About Elior North America
Elior North America is a leading hospitality brand providing millions of meals daily for various sectors like education, healthcare, and corporate dining. With a portfolio of twelve companies, they focus on delivering exceptional food and service, striving for continuous growth and customer satisfaction. As part of Elior Group, they emphasize innovation and social responsibility to support clients and partners in achieving their best.
Full Job Description
**Sous Chef**
**Job Reference Number:** 22098
**Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite
**Segment:** Dining & Events
**Brand:** Constellation
**State:** District of Columbia (US-DC)
**The Role at a glance:**
We are looking to add a skilled, experienced sous chef to our team at the **Folger Shakespeare Library Café** in Washington, DC. Supervise and participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of food items served on premise at the café and assist as needed with catered events and pre-orders.
Compensation: $70,000
**What you'll be doing:**
- Plan, organize and supervise daily culinary operation of retail and catering services.
- Plan menus based on such factors as market trends, customer preferences and nutritional considerations; design recipes, determine appropriate ingredients and specify individual serving portion for each recipe.
- Develop and adapt menus in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints; participate in other menu planning activities to include the determination of purchasing specifications, product and recipe testing and menu development.
- Direct and coordinate the work of production and dish room staff.
- Maintain proper production, safety and sanitation standards.
- Direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items.
- Evaluate the quality of raw food and ensure the quality of the finished products.
- Inspection of assigned units to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance.
- Implement culinary production for special events, and catered functions.
- Supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions.
- Maintain proper inventory controls for food, supplies, and equipment. Interview, select, train and evaluate supervisory and support staff.
- Control revenue and expenses to ensure financial goals.
- Ensure the highest level of customer service.
- Respond to inquiries and concerns from faculty, staff, and students.
- Maintain venue's policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
**What we're looking for:**
_Must-haves:_
_- Bachelor's degree in institutional management, nutrition, dietetics, or hotel and restaurant management, certification by a recognized culinary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary._
_- Demonstrated institutional, hotel, or restaurant culinary skills to include large quantity production._
_- Must have 3- 5 years of culinary management experience._
_- Strong leadership, oral and written communication skills are required._
_- A proven track record of successfully controlling costs and managing annual budgets._
_Working Conditions:_
_- Must be able to remain standing for most of working hours._
_- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds._
_- Must be able to perform respective tasks._
_- Must be able to work flexible hours and days._
_- May be exposed to hot, humid work areas._
_- May be exposed to sharp instruments and power driven equipment._
_- May be exposed to caustic chemicals._
**Our Benefits:**
+ Medical (FT Employees)
+ Dental
+ Vision
+ Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
+ Discount Program
+ Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
+ EAP
+ 401k
+ Sick Time
+ Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
+ Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
+ Paid Time Off
\#indeedelior #LI-DJ1
**About Constellation:**
From retail spaces to office buildings, Constellation provides high-quality business dining and catering experiences all over the United States. Constellation takes pride in building every meal around its goal of fostering connections through food and hospitality.
**About Elior North America:**
Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.
At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you've gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.
**Disclaimer:** This job description can be revised by management as needed.
**Job Reference Number:** 22098
**Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite
**Segment:** Dining & Events
**Brand:** Constellation
**State:** District of Columbia (US-DC)
**The Role at a glance:**
We are looking to add a skilled, experienced sous chef to our team at the **Folger Shakespeare Library Café** in Washington, DC. Supervise and participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of food items served on premise at the café and assist as needed with catered events and pre-orders.
Compensation: $70,000
**What you'll be doing:**
- Plan, organize and supervise daily culinary operation of retail and catering services.
- Plan menus based on such factors as market trends, customer preferences and nutritional considerations; design recipes, determine appropriate ingredients and specify individual serving portion for each recipe.
- Develop and adapt menus in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, ease of preparation and established procedures and budgetary constraints; participate in other menu planning activities to include the determination of purchasing specifications, product and recipe testing and menu development.
- Direct and coordinate the work of production and dish room staff.
- Maintain proper production, safety and sanitation standards.
- Direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items.
- Evaluate the quality of raw food and ensure the quality of the finished products.
- Inspection of assigned units to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance.
- Implement culinary production for special events, and catered functions.
- Supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions.
- Maintain proper inventory controls for food, supplies, and equipment. Interview, select, train and evaluate supervisory and support staff.
- Control revenue and expenses to ensure financial goals.
- Ensure the highest level of customer service.
- Respond to inquiries and concerns from faculty, staff, and students.
- Maintain venue's policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
**What we're looking for:**
_Must-haves:_
_- Bachelor's degree in institutional management, nutrition, dietetics, or hotel and restaurant management, certification by a recognized culinary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary._
_- Demonstrated institutional, hotel, or restaurant culinary skills to include large quantity production._
_- Must have 3- 5 years of culinary management experience._
_- Strong leadership, oral and written communication skills are required._
_- A proven track record of successfully controlling costs and managing annual budgets._
_Working Conditions:_
_- Must be able to remain standing for most of working hours._
_- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds._
_- Must be able to perform respective tasks._
_- Must be able to work flexible hours and days._
_- May be exposed to hot, humid work areas._
_- May be exposed to sharp instruments and power driven equipment._
_- May be exposed to caustic chemicals._
**Our Benefits:**
+ Medical (FT Employees)
+ Dental
+ Vision
+ Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
+ Discount Program
+ Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
+ EAP
+ 401k
+ Sick Time
+ Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
+ Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
+ Paid Time Off
\#indeedelior #LI-DJ1
**About Constellation:**
From retail spaces to office buildings, Constellation provides high-quality business dining and catering experiences all over the United States. Constellation takes pride in building every meal around its goal of fostering connections through food and hospitality.
**About Elior North America:**
Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.
At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you've gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.
**Disclaimer:** This job description can be revised by management as needed.
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