The Bourbon Group, one of Salt Lake City’s most beloved brands, is currently seeking a Sous Chef to join our downtown teams!
Our mission is to help our guests by curating a dine-in experience that brings people together around the table to enjoy great cuisine and cocktails featuring some of the largest spirits collections in the country.
Our menu highlights our craft kitchen items, prepared using locally sourced ingredients. We also feature a full bar that includes an impressive selection of wine and craft beers.
We are looking for team members that are hardworking, unique, bring a warm, personal, and thoughtful approach to hospitality, and find joy in actively serving their team and guests. We have a high standard for our product and service and expect our team to constantly raise the bar and be proud of The Bourbon Group brand.
The Bourbon Group Sous Chef position is committed to creating an exceptional dining experience for every guest. Sous Chefs should be warm and welcoming promoting a comfortable drinking and dining environment. Sous Chefs are always on time and prepared for their shift. They go out of their way to please the guest and are never inconvenienced by special requests. Sous Chefs must communicate clearly with staff to meet their needs and display extensive knowledge of the menu and products. The Sous Chef is expected to promote teamwork by cooperating with management and collaborating whenever possible with other team members.
Company Overview
The Bourbon Group consists of four exceptional restaurants in the heart of Salt Lake City - Whiskey Street, White Horse, Bourbon House, and Franklin Ave
The Bourbon Group offers a fast-paced, hip environment, with the potential of making the best tips in SLC.
Here at The Bourbon Group, we’re passionate about great food and great whiskey!
Job Summary
- Full-Time Sous Chef - Based on experience, plus a monthly bonus
- Manages kitchen operations of the kitchen, which include daily decision-making, flexibility, staff support, guest interaction, scheduling, P&L, cost controls/management, inventory regulation, community involvement, all safety and security standards including food handling requirements, profitability expectations, and effective planning while upholding standards, product quality, and cleanliness
- Maintains the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
- Oversees all aspects of menu changes & updates including creating, training, training materials, procurement and pars of product, staff tastings, and updates all related materials used in daily operations
- Displays good judgment and effective decision-making abilities
- Hiring & Onboarding: Conducts interviews, staff orientation and maintains staffing levels at all times
- Ensures ongoing staff development, including cross-training and advanced positions as performance is recognized
- Completes and posts kitchen schedule in a timely fashion
- Maintain a presence with kitchen staff during operations; not in the office.
- Conducts staff meetings when necessary, shift meetings every day, and keeps staff informed on new developments and upcoming events
- Ensures all staff members adhere to the Company’s uniform standards
- Ensures a safe working and guest experience environment to reduce the risk of incident, injury, and food handling related issues
- Two (2) years minimum as a high-volume Kitchen Manager with extensive knowledge of kitchen and food operations
- Current Food Manager Certifications
- Proven leadership and motivational skills
- Displays a professional appearance and is a positive role model
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Passion for the highest quality food standards and food safety practices
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated, driven, and proficient at multitasking
- Holds self and others accountable to a consistent level of high performance standards
- Expected work week of 50 hours minimum; higher volume seasons and heavier work weeks are expected
- Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft & Google Suite) and office skills required
- Bourbon Group offers medical, dental, and vision benefits to all of our full-time (30+ hours/week) Team Members. The Bourbon Group pays 65% of medical for qualified Team Members. Eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
- Perks: Team Members receive 50% off meals on and off shift. This discount extends to 3 guests when dining off duty. Discount is available at all our locations.
- Growth Opportunities: The Bourbon Group is a growing local company. We are always looking for Team Members who have a passion for our brands and want to grow with us!
- Paid Vacation: Management receives two weeks of paid vacation per year. Vacation increases to three weeks following 5 years of employment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Bourbon Group consists of four exceptional restaurants in the heart of Salt Lake City-Whiskey Street, White Horse, Bourbon House, and Franklin Ave.
Our agenda is to offer great spirits, great food, and an amazing atmosphere at every establishment. Our employees enjoy a fun, fast paced work environment is a hip, trendy, foodie type restaurant and cocktail bar. We offer some of the top pay in the industry as well as flexible work schedules.
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