Sous Chef Kitchen Manager
We are looking for skilled Sous Chefs and Kitchen Managers with at least eight years of experience to work at The Daily Catch Waterfront in the North End.
Restaurant: The Daily Catch Waterfront
Job Title: Sous Chef Kitchen Manager
Experience: 8 years
Address: 65 Atlantic Ave, Boston MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Hourly starting at $30 - 33 per hour; Salary upon review
About Us
The Daily Catch, established in 1973 in Boston, MA, are family-owned and operated Sicilian-style seafood and pasta eateries. We have 3 locations in Boston and a wholesale seafood business based out of Boston's Fish Pier. We serve local New England fish species cooked with family recipes that continue to satisfy seafood lovers from around the world.
Job Summary
The Daily Catch Restaurant is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in overseeing the back-of-house and kitchen operations for an 80-person restaurant. As a Sous Chef Kitchen Manager, you will lead all kitchen staff in the following stations: saute, grill, broil, fry, pantry, raw bar, dessert, and expo. Teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to lead in high-pleasure situations are essential in this role. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about culinary arts, hospitality, and customer service and can confidently work any station in a kitchen.
Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for benefits
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Responsibilities
- Manage the kitchen on a daily/nightly basis, ensuring food is consistent and prepared to the highest standards of quality, taste, Âand presentation
- Provide constant support during service for kitchen staff and cooking at any station, including saute, grill, broil, fry, pantry, raw bar, and expediting
- Oversee kitchen set up, break down, deep cleaning, and closing kitchen manager duties
- Lead all kitchen prep, including cleaning seafood, cutting fish, making desserts, and prepping vegetables and sauces
- Provide constant training and development to educate BOH team on cooking techniques, plating, and food knowledge
- Execute cooking for private event dining functions for parties up to 80 guests
- Assist with managing restaurant inventory including ordering more supplies
- Assist with hiring, training, supervising, and scheduling all BOH staff
- Assist the head chef with menu planning, recipe development, and food presentation
- Ensure that all food is prepared in compliance with health and safety regulations and allergy protocol
- Any other tasks necessary for the restaurant to operate properly
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in a kitchen leadership role (Sous Chef, Chef, Kitchen Manager)
- Minimum 8 years cooking in a fast-paced full-service restaurant
- Strong foundation of Italian cooking, seafood preparation, and culinary arts
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and knife-handling skills
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Company Culture
The Daily Catch is committed to fostering a strong company culture filled with opportunities for learning and growing. You can expect a warm, welcoming, exciting, and dynamic environment when you join our team. Our comprehensive training program is an excellent way to gain knowledge and experience in various areas, including seafood, wine, spirits, cooking techniques, and Sicilian/Italian culture. In addition, the opportunity to grow and advance with the company is an excellent incentive for individuals looking to build long-term careers in the hospitality industry.
Thank you, and we look forward to receiving your application!