Sous Chef, Gigi Rigolatto

Gigi Rigolatto brings its vibrant Alla Grande art of living to Delano Miami Beach. As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for coordinating, supervising, and directing all aspects of the restaurant's food production while maintaining profitable Food and Beverage operations and high-quality products and service levels.

Your key responsibilities:

• Exhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food-related systems.
• Role model company quality standards and service.
• Ensure that all equipment and facilities are in good working order and are properly maintained.
• Order products to ensure all par levels are maintained.
• Supervise and carry out the correct procedure of preparations, presentation, and portion control for all raw and cooked foods in accordance with company standards and food regulations.
• Work with other chefs to ensure the kitchen operates as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
• Follow procedures for covering, labeling, dating, and storing food in a timely manner.
• Work under time constraints and meet department deadlines.
• Constantly grow and coach lower management and staff.
• Provide clear direction and achievable goals for the entire team.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• Understand and enforce federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory role in a restaurant kitchen; Sous Chef preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to obtain all work cards.
• Must have strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and energize a diverse team of culinary professionals.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, ability to function under time constraints, expedite and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, customer service-driven environment.
• Current experience in the hospitality industry in a kitchen.
• Active in furthering personal culinary development.
• Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation with a proven track record of living the company's values.
• An intermediate to proficient understanding of computer systems such as: Opera, GoConcierge, HotSOS, Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is preferred.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high level of attention to detail.
• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• Must be observant and quick to respond to various situations while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
• Must be able to twist, turn (push or pull), reach, bend, climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.