Description
We are seeking a skilled Chef de Cuisine to join our team at Soho House West Hollywood. As a Chef de Cuisine, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in planning, organizing, and leading the Kitchen Department.
The successful candidate will have culinary, leadership, and human resource skills, with a key responsibility to ensure the Kitchen Department operates at maximum efficiency and meets Soho House standards.
Main Duties:
- Lead by example and work alongside the Executive Chef to deliver effective and efficient dining experiences
- Oversee back-of-house operations, staffing, food production, and accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions
- Maintain Health and Safety standards set by Soho House, local and regional government
- Establish professional relationships with the team and provide educational opportunities to develop skills
- Lead "Cook House" education and training demos, trips, and on-the-job staff development
- Influence processes to run an effective and efficient kitchen while maintaining high food quality and controls
- Purchase and produce top-quality food to create seasonal menus
- Manage staff schedules, payroll, kitchen setup/breakdown, production, and uniforms
- Instill teamwork and synergy between front and back-of-house staff
- Partner with the Executive Chef to develop event menus, food preparation, and quality food service
- Share responsibility for proper storing procedures, food orders, food cost, equipment, sanitation, and hygiene
- Report and follow up on maintenance issues and ensure kitchen equipment is in good condition
- Curate and maintain distributor and purveyor relationships
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Minimum 4-5+ years of experience in a similar volume-based business
- Culinary training and professional experience
- Experience in training and leading teams, producing large quantities of food, and managing P&L's, labor, purchasing, and quality control
- Food Serve Safe certification and experience with local sanitation regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands
- Ability to work on feet for at least 8-10 hours
- Fast-paced movements and ability to move, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds
- Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water
Why Work with Us:
- Competitive compensation package with global benefits and perks
- Health Care + 401K: full-time employees are eligible for full benefits
- Paid Time Off: full-time employees have sick days + vacation days
- Career Development: opportunities for domestic and international career progression
- Soho Impact: empowering the Soho House community to make positive change
- Learning & Development: extensive range of internally and externally run courses
- Cookhouse & House Tonic: celebrating passion for food and drink
- Team Events: fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes
- Team Meal: substantial meal provided free of charge while on duty