Hopkins and Company: Sous Chef

Sous Chef at Hopkins and Company

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Sous Chef to join our team of driven and enthusiastic hospitality professionals. Base pay range is 60-70k + benefits. Our locations include Holeman and Finch Public House, C. Ellet's Steakhouse, and H&F Burger and Hop's Chicken. Placement at one of our restaurant locations will be based on individual applicants interest, experience, and availability - please note in your application if there is a location you would like to be considered for

What are the responsibilities?

• Ensure consistency and deliciousness of all menu items, training the team to understand and follow the recipes
• Maintain a working knowledge of all recipes, products and production procedures
• Conduct ongoing training to ensure staff members are upholding core values and standards
• Ensuring food cost and labor goals are met, helping to achieve or exceed monthly and seasonal sales goals
• Monitor kitchen safety and cleanliness and assist to correct maintenance issues
• Nurture farmer and purveyor relationships for best product and cost
• Oversee weekly inventory including ordering, receiving, re-stocking and coding
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized kitchen according to brand standards; restocks all items as needed throughout shift
• Consistent adherence to the uniform policy
• Reports for duty on time and manages one’s shift, communicating with the management team when leaving their station for breaks or family meal

What are the requirements?

• Culinary degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years of kitchen leadership experience, BEO experience a plus!
• Food safety knowledge. Servsafe required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook 365 and Excel
• Able to move and/or lift heavier product of up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time; occasionally kneel, bend, and crouch as required to reach items at varying height levels
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and effectively

We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience with performance based raises and promotions
• Medical, dental, vision, life and short term disability for eligible full-time employees
• Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
• 25% discount at all Hopkins and Company restaurants and 10% discount at all Hopkins and Company retail shops
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Daily family meal
• Employee referral bonus

If you are interested in applying for this position, we ask that you complete the application fully, including work history, questionnaire and professional references.  Only complete applications will be considered for the posted position. Thank you!