Sous Chef (Berenjak) - Soho House Chicago

We're excited to bring Berenjak to Chicago. Inspired by the beloved neighborhood kebab houses of Tehran, Berenjak is a place where incredible food, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together around the table are at the heart of everything we do.

As we prepare to open our doors, we're looking for passionate and dedicated people to join our founding team. Whether you're welcoming guests, crafting memorable dining experiences, or working behind the scenes, every role is an important part of creating a restaurant where both our guests and our team feel truly cared for.

The role… At Soho House, a Sous Chef is motivated to positively influence the kitchen team to follow the direction of Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in planning, organizing, and managing the Kitchen Department according to company policies and state standards.

As the Sous Chef, your duties will include recruiting and training new employees, adhering to allergy procedures and food preferences, as well as working with the Executive Chef on developing new menu options. A successful Sous Chef is a strong communicator, organized, and showcases in-depth knowledge of various cuisines, stations on the line, cooking styles, ingredients, equipment, and processes.

We hope that you’re an operationally creative professional with strong leadership and management experience looking to share their passion for food by delivering an experience through the dishes they create.

Main Duties:

• Lead by example and alongside the Executive Chef to deliver effective and efficient dining experiences by overseeing the back-of-house (BOH) operation, staffing, food production, accommodating special requests, dietary restrictions, and following allergy procedures.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards set by Soho House, local, and regional government.
• Establish professional relationships with the team and provide educational opportunities to teach and develop skills in other areas of the business.
• Support “Cook House” education and training demos, trips, and on-the-job staff development to ensure safe work habits and proper processes, as well as procedures if encountered with a dangerous or unsafe situation.
• Influence processes to run an effective and efficient kitchen while maintaining the highest food quality and controls for all dishes served.
• Manage staff schedules, payroll, kitchen setup/breakdown, production, prep completion, and staff wearing proper uniforms, as well as disciplinary procedures being followed when applicable.
• Instill teamwork and synergy between the front and back-of-house staff through proper communication and delegate tasks and staff tasks to ensure smooth service and kitchen operations.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-4+ years’ experience working in a similar volume-based business that represents global culture and consistent, approachable, and elevated dishes.
• Culinary trained and professional who is passionate and curious to develop and grow as a Chef.
• Experienced managing P&L’s, labor, purchasing, vendors, and quality control while providing results in revenue.
• Must possess consistent and stable work experience and encompass the desire to operationally support the business as an individual contributor and leader.
• Must encompass Food Serve Safe certification and have experience with local sanitation regulations.
• Well-versed and timely email etiquette, as well as written and verbal communication.
• Experienced in training and leading teams, as well as production of large quantities of food; preparation and excellent knowledge of quality food operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
• Fast-paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 40 pounds.
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch, and climb as required.

Why work with us... Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.

Benefits include:

• Health Care + 401K: Full-time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision, as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match.
• Paid Time Off: Full-Time Employees have sick days + vacation days.
• Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally, as well as managerially or technically.
• Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach, and sustainability.
• Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, trainings, and events. Available to all.
• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
• Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants, you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.

In accordance with Illinois law, the salary range for this role if filled within Chicago is listed below. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Pay Range: $74,000-$74,000 USD