Sous Chef Job at Royal Tavern, Philadelphia, PA

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  • Royal Tavern
  • Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

Royal Tavern is seeking an experienced sous chef to join our team! Royal Tavern is a neighborhood gem; historic, iconic and welcoming. It has always been a meeting place which is all inclusive; vegan to carnivore, wine-centric to non-drinker. There is always something for everyone. Our food and beverages are important. The guests and neighborhood are paramount. Our group offers two weeks paid vacation after 6 months, health benefits, 401k, in-company dining benefits, as well as a positive work environment. 

Sous Chef Key Responsibilities:
  • Direct supervision of the kitchen employees on a daily basis, ensuring policies and processes are being followed and inspecting operational flow on a continuous basis.
  • In partnership with the Executive Chef; responsible for the efficient and effective running of the kitchen ensuring that operating costs are minimized.
  • Assist with the hiring, on-boarding and continuous training of kitchen employees.
  • Check that kitchen equipment is being used and maintained properly.
  • Responsible for food quality and consistency of menu items, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Work a station and serve as an expeditor for the kitchen as needed.
  • Ensure all dishes coming out of the kitchen meet the standards of the restaurant.
  • Assist with managing labor, adjusting schedules as necessary to meet business needs and financial targets
  • Ensure compliance with department of health standards, maintaining superior cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen areas.
  • Provide training and support to Front of House employees, to include menu knowledge and how to meet dietary needs.

Sous Chef Qualifications:

  • Previous culinary management experience in a full-service restaurant. 
  • Serve Safe certified food manager preferred.
  • Candidate must have proven culinary skills and must be able to lead, develop, and motivate staff.
  • Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment while effectively delegating tasks.
  • Must have understanding of food cost and how to align inventory with business demands.
  • Must be proficient with computers and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
  • Must be able to lift / carry items up to 40 lbs. and push / pull items up to 75 lbs.
  • Must be able to walk/stand for extended periods of time, with frequent bending, twisting, squatting and reaching overhead.
  • Must be able to utilize culinary tools (knives, commercial equipment, etc) and taste/smell.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours,

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