Savory Sous Chef

2 days ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Sofra Cambridge Full time

About Sofra Cambridge

Sofra Cambridge is a renowned restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts, known for its exceptional Middle Eastern cuisine and warm hospitality. As a member of our management team, you will be part of a dynamic and passionate team that is dedicated to delivering an unforgettable dining experience to our guests.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Savory Sous Chef to join our team at Sofra Cambridge. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef in leading the savory department, ensuring the highest quality standards of food production and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage kitchen operations and supervise staff, ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
  • Assist in managing all savory food and service production, focusing on quality, consistency, taste, accuracy, seasonality, ingredients, rotation, storage, appearance, timeliness, and efficiency.
  • Open and close the kitchen as needed, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Expedite and work the line as needed, maintaining a high level of productivity and quality.
  • Collaborate with FOH managers to manage savory food packing, including packing staff.
  • Ensure adherence to Sofra's standards in every aspect of food production and beyond, while working to achieve operational excellence.
  • Manage all product ordering for the kitchen, liaising with other departmental ordering needs.
  • Assist with managing savory food waste, reducing waste and minimizing environmental impact.
  • Establish, maintain, and develop vendor relationships, ensuring the highest quality ingredients and services.
  • Prioritize safety, cleanliness, and sanitation in all facets of production and operation.
  • Assist with maintenance and upkeep of kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
  • Work with management team members to ensure success of cooking classes, special events, and projects, working events as directed.

Menu Development

  • With direction from the Chef de Cuisine, create menu specials that showcase our culinary expertise and creativity.

HR and Training

  • Assist with training and onboarding of all kitchen staff, ensuring a smooth transition and high level of knowledge.
  • Develop training materials and strategies, ensuring all staff remain current, relevant, and effective.
  • Monitor, assess, and manage kitchen staff performance, including disciplinary actions as needed.

Finance

  • Assist with managing inventory and completing monthly inventory reports, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
  • Collaborate with team members to meet the company's financial objectives, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.

Leadership and Communication

  • Assist with kitchen communication and maintain strong communication between departments, ensuring seamless operations and high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Meet with Sofra Managers as needed for consultation, coordination, and brainstorming, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
  • Provide leadership, model appropriate behavior in the workplace, enforce company policies and procedures, and uphold quality standards.
  • Maintain company culture, championing vision, values, and upholding staff morale.

Other

  • Complete other duties as assigned, ensuring flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience working in a professional kitchen.
  • Ability to work full-time (roughly 45 hours/week).
  • Availability to work weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to work in a clean and organized fashion.
  • Follow clearly documented food safety procedures.
  • Work as a team and take direction from multiple managers.
  • Ability to read and follow written recipes, deal successfully with multitasking, and be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Exhibit a desire to learn and be challenged creatively.
  • Strong attention to detail and positive attitude.
  • Excellent attendance and punctuality.
  • Desire for long-term employment.

Compensation

  • Competitive salary, based on experience – estimated at $68,000/year.
  • Free meal per shift.
  • Paid vacation time.
  • Educational and professional development opportunities.
  • Employee discounts at our sister businesses—Oleana, Sarma, and Siena Farms.
  • Partially subsidized health insurance, and group rates on dental and vision insurances.

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