Siren Song Wines
Job Description
Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef
Position is located at the Siren Song Vineyard Estate and Winery in Chelan, WA.
We are in the business of delighting our customers. The way we achieve this mission is through delivering excellence. That means excellence in our products, service, customer interaction, and overall experience. The core of the Siren Song brand is about a customer experience that is delightful, high quality, and memorable.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES - GENERAL
Manage daily kitchen operations from opening to closing
Follow operating procedures and checklists for opening and closing and oversee that checklist items are completed in a quality way for every shift.
Check, secure, label, and date food and ingredients to ensure freshness and minimize waste
Supervise and coordinate line cooks and other food preparation workers
Work with Executive Chef to plan and execute menus for special events
Ensure all recipes and plating techniques are documented, trained, prepared and plated consistently
Track and manage food costs
Monitor, manage, and document prep quantities and food waste
Execute weekly inventory
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality
Participate in the hiring, training, and supervision of cooks and other food preparation workers
Monitor sanitation practices and ensure that kitchen safety standards are followed
Maintain the highest level of hygiene, health standards, and uniform code
Expedite food to customers, bus, and wash dishes as needed
Work with Manager to support daily operational flow as well as providing input to weekly staff scheduling.
Attend staff meetings/trainings
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES – OTHER
You are expected to be super polite and super friendly in all guest interactions.
You are expected to arrive on time and be prepared to work.
You are expected to be well-groomed, wear a clean (to be provided), and comfortable, clean/polished shoes.
You are expected to follow all operational procedures and house rules to ensure customer and employee safety, and comfort
You are expected to set an example of our best practices every day
As a leader, you are expected to work closely with other leadership and management staff to effectively identify, trouble shoot, and solve problems as well as identify areas for improvement as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
You must have at least 2-3 years commercial kitchen/restaurant/food service experience
Requires a social security card, and a valid driver’s license.
Be physically capable of standing and assisting customers for several hours each day.
Be physically capable of lifting and carrying 40 pounds.
Be physically capable of carrying trays with wine stems and plates.
Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/TRACK RECORD
Evangelist: Able to evangelize our products, events, and our winery.
Work Ethic: Willing to roll-up the sleeves and go the extra mile.
Enthusiastic: Friendly, outgoing, and social personality.
Passionate: Enjoy cooking, experimenting, learning, and serving
Honesty and High Integrity: Earn the respect and trust of guests, customers, and the winery team.
Communicator and Team Player: Excellent listener; proven collaborator with the winery team.
Multi-tasking: Ability to successfully handle multiple customers and coordinate with other members of the winery team.
Creative Thinker: Resourceful, figure-it-out-and-get-it-done mentality.
COMPENSATION:
Siren Song offers competitive compensation packages for qualified applicants, based on experience, including bonus opportunities.