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Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center located in North Palm Beach, FL is searching for a Sous Chef and Kitchen Assistant.

Job Summary:

As the Sous Chef at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, working closely with the Executive Chef to ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation. You will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and production of dishes, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining a positive and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Culinary Leadership: Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and execute innovative and high-quality menu items.
2. Kitchen Management: Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes.
3. Team Supervision: Lead and motivate kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, and support to maintain a cohesive and efficient team.
4. Quality Control: Conduct regular quality checks to ensure that all dishes meet the established standards in taste, presentation, and portion size.
5. Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste.
6. Safety and Sanitation: Uphold and enforce health and safety standards, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.
7. Menu Development: Contribute to menu planning, suggesting new dishes, and assisting in the development of seasonal menus.
8. Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff, front-of-house teams, and management to ensure seamless communication and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications:

• Willing to learn and comply with OLOF guidelines, recipes and quality standards.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior kitchen role in a high-volume restaurant or catering facility
• Culinary degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of current industry trends and techniques, willingness to learn and teach new ideas.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, reliability and communication are of the utmost importance.
• Food safety and sanitation certification.
• Creativity and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

The above is intended to describe the general context of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

To apply, please submit your resume, salary requirements and list of references to Ron Pellizzi at rpellizzi@cpprov.org