SOUTH CONGRESS HOTEL is hiring for a SOUS CHEF
The living room for the neighborhood, South Congress Hotel is an 83-room boutique hotel designed to be a hub of activity for the community. A place for travelers and locals alike, the hotel has three restaurants, a coffee + bakeshop, rooftop pool, award-winning Lobby Bar, and two retail spaces, in addition to a range of community events + programming open to all. All locally owned, all right at the doorstep of Austin s favorite street.
JOB SUMMARY
A Sous Chef is responsible for directing the preparation, planning, cooking, and execution of all menu items. Sous Chefs will assist in the planning, and pricing of menu items, ordering supplies, keeping accurate records, and ensuring equipment and facilities are held to organizational standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instruction
- Supervise and coordinate activities of all kitchen staff; instruct the team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of menu items
- Inspect food preparation, storage, serving areas, and equipment to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices; ensure employees follow standards and regulations
- Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation; verify quantity and quality of received products
- Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
- Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients anticipated volume
- Assist with estimating the amount and cost of required ingredients and supplies
- Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costs
- Ensure staff has a complete understanding of their job requirements and sufficient training before holding them accountable for results
- Maintain awareness of documentation needed and retained in employee files
- Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure organizational and safety standards are met
- Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation, purchasing, and cooking activities of multiple kitchens or outlets within the establishment
- Follow inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct accurate inventory
- Meet with guests to discuss menus for special events as needed
- Record production and operational data on specified forms
- Ensure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns and apply corrective measures when necessary
- Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the outlet are met
- Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition; arrange for equipment purchases and repairs as needed
- Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property and keep abreast of
- emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
- Attend relevant meetings as directed
BENEFITS
We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:
- Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
- 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
- Health, vision + dental benefits
- 401K matching
- Paid holidays
- Volunteer pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral bonuses
- Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships
ABOUT NEW WATERLOO
New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provide the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses. Our brands include South Congress Hotel, Revival Hotel, El Capitan Hotel, La Condesa, Sway, Cafe No Se, Manana, Maie Day, Otoko, Watertrade, Il Brutto, Butler Pitch & Putt, Albert Hotel, Fidelity Hotel and Trick Hat Workway.
New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.