Sous Chef - LAVO Los Angeles

Hakkasan

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Job Description:Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
  • Life and Disability Insurance Plans
  • Ancillary Insurance Plans
  • Mental Health Support and Services
  • Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • TAO Savings Marketplace
  • Time off and much more!
The Sous Chef position is responsible for ensuring all food preparations are met with the highest quality standards and menu specifications. Act as a leader and mentor to the line level staff, while supporting the management in essential restaurant functions.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
  • Efficiently operate within pre-established food and labor cost controls and plays an active role in contributing to the outlets profits
  • Maintain operational control of purchasing, receiving, purveyor lists, and inventory of all kitchen items
  • Design production schemes and assists in implementation of restaurant menu and menu engineering
  • Provide management and support of all kitchen employees ensuring proper scheduling and vacation planning
  • Maintain high customer satisfaction through consistently introducing innovative products
  • Establish measurable goals and objectives that focus on profit, product and people
  • Ensure kitchen and employees meet both state and departmental requirements concerning sanitation and personal hygiene
  • Ensure all hiring practices, employee disciplinary actions, and expectations of employees are in accordance with the Federal, state and local laws as well as the Culinary Union
  • Ensure that employees have all required certification validated, i.e., Health Cards, and Alcohol Awareness
  • Provide employees with proper training and developmental opportunities that will aid in their career aspirations
  • Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and functioning
  • Actively interact with guests and consistently coaches' staff on guest relations skills
IN ADDITION TO THE AFOREMENTIONED ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, THE POSITION WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES:
  • Accountability
  • Development
  • Working relationships
  • Judgment
  • Quality of work
  • Job skills knowledge
  • Productivity
  • Dependability
  • Reliability
  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Manageability
  • Appearance
  • Teamwork
  • Guest satisfaction
SUPERVISION:
  • Reports to the Executive Chef
EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:
  • High School Diploma Required
  • Minimum of two year (2) culinary degree preferred
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
  • Valid Driver's License
  • 21+ years of age
  • Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
  • Minimum of five (5) years prior experience at a high volume, five-Star quality operation
  • Well versed in both classic American cuisine as well as a background in fast paced environment.
  • Experience in labor and food cost control
  • Previously worked with all products and food ingredients
  • Experience planning and developing menus and recipes
  • Food handling certification
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Strong coaching and development skills
  • Ability to proactively lead a team
SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE:The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
  • Must have strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Must have good positive energy throughout the day
  • Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly
  • Must be able to bend, kneel, and/or stand for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the kitchen
  • Must be able to push and lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Small to Medium office environment
  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
  • 5-25 % Local Travel (United States)
  • Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
  • Expose to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
  • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
  • Exposure to cleaning materials
  • Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
  • Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
  • Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
  • Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
About Us:ABOUT TAO GROUP HOSPITALITYTao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. Tao Group Hospitality acquired Hakkasan Group in April 2021. The combined company operates over 80 branded locations in over 20 markets across four continents and features a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands. These include TAO, Hakkasan, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Wet Republic, Yauatcha, Ling Ling, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, Jewel, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors.

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