Executive Chef

2 months ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Sofra Full time

About Sofra

Sofra is a renowned restaurant group known for its commitment to exceptional hospitality and culinary excellence. Our Cambridge location is a hub for creativity and innovation, where we strive to deliver an unforgettable dining experience to our guests.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to join our team as a Chef de Cuisine. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for leading the savory department and overseeing all kitchen operations. Your expertise and leadership skills will be instrumental in driving our culinary vision and ensuring the highest standards of quality and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operations and Facilities
    • Manage all kitchen operations and supervise staff, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
    • Direct all savory food production and service, focusing on quality, consistency, taste, accuracy, seasonality, ingredients, rotation, storage, appearance, timeliness, and efficiency.
    • Open and close the kitchen as needed, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal downtime.
    • 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 and inventory management.
    • Ensure adherence to Sofra's standards in every aspect of food production and beyond, while working to achieve operational excellence.
    • Manage all kitchen special orders, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
    • Manage all product ordering for the kitchen, liaising with other departmental ordering needs.
    • Lead management of savory food waste, implementing sustainable practices and minimizing waste.
    • Establish, maintain, and develop vendor relationships, ensuring the highest quality ingredients and services.
    • Ensure proper stocking, rotation, organization, and cleaning of kitchen and all storage areas, maintaining a clean and safe environment.
    • Prioritize safety, cleanliness, and sanitation in all facets of production and operation, adhering to industry standards and regulations.
    • Manage maintenance and upkeep of kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
    • Work with management team members to ensure success of cooking classes, special events, and projects, working events as needed.
    • Work with management team members to organize the holiday seasons in a timely, efficient, and effective manner.
  • Menu Development
    • With direction from Executive Chef, create and develop menu items for savory menu and specials, ensuring innovative and delicious offerings.
    • Assist in developing menu items and recipes, implementing final products and ensuring consistency.
  • HR and Training
    • Assist with scheduling kitchen staff, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime.
    • Assist with hiring, training, and onboarding of all kitchen staff, ensuring a smooth transition and high level of competence.
    • 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
    • Manage inventory and assist with completion of monthly inventory reports, ensuring accurate tracking and minimizing waste.
    • Collaborate with team members to meet the company's financial objectives, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
  • Leadership and Communication
    • Lead kitchen communication and maintain strong communication between departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and minimal conflicts.
    • Meet with Business Owners, Operations Manager, Business Manager, and Sofra Managers regularly for consultation, coordination, and brainstorming.
    • Provide leadership, model appropriate behavior in the workplace, enforce company policies and procedures, and uphold quality standards.
    • Maintain company culture to champion vision, values, and uphold staff morale, ensuring a positive and inclusive work environment.
  • Other
    • Complete other duties as assigned, ensuring flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • 2-5 years of experience in a Sous Chef role, with a proven track record of success and leadership.
  • Ability to work full-time (roughly 50 hours/week), including weekends and holidays.
  • Strong attention to detail and a positive attitude, with a desire to learn and be challenged creatively.
  • Excellent attendance and punctuality, with a commitment to long-term employment.
  • Competitive salary, based on experience – estimated at $75-78k/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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