Sous Chef

Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Affiliated with STARR Restaurants , Buddakan is an escape across the globe with Modern Asian cuisine. While the magnificent, 10-foot-tall Buddha is likely the first thing to catch your eye, its the Modern Asian cuisine that will leave a lasting impression. Beloved dishes like edamame dumplings, char siu pork buns and Kobe beef satay share menu space with ambitious entrees that marry daring influences from East, West and beyond. Whether youre craving a cutting-edge Asian-influenced cocktail, a bento box lunch or a full dinner seated at our dramatic communal table, let Buddakan help you escape across the globe if only for an evening.

The team is looking for a qualified Sous Chef to come join Buddakan's culinary adventure across the globe in your own area backyard.

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
• Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

Qualified candidates will have:

• 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef in a well-rated, relevant, and busy restaurant
• Prior experience training and mentoring a diverse hourly back-of-house team
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, especially as they pertain to Asian cuisine
• Highly desired; Associate degree from a culinary focused university
• Benevolent leadership skills and a natural energy/enthusiasm about their profession
• Understanding of cost optimization, ordering, and vendor management
• Willingness and eagerness to support hourly staff on the line when needed

Buddakan is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Experience as a Sous Chef in a Relevant and Busy Restaurant

Culinary Creativity

Strong Communication Skills

Adaptability to Diverse Culinary Influences

Basic Knife Skills

Team Management Skills

Training and Mentoring a Diverse Back of House Team

Adaptability to Diverse Culinary Styles

Conflict Resolution

Ability to Train and Develop Staff

Creativity in Menu Development

Strong Knowledge of Cooking Techniques, Especially in Asian Cuisine

Problem Solving Skills

Menu Development

Ability to Work Collaboratively With a Team

Attention to Detail in Food Preparation

Commitment to Quality and Excellence

Associate Degree From a Culinary Focused University (Highly Desired)

Ability to Handle Stress Effectively

Time Management Skills

Recipe Development

Ability to Handle High Pressure Situations

Leadership Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Food Safety Knowledge

Cultural Awareness of Asian Cuisine

Energy and Enthusiasm About Profession

Mentorship and Coaching Abilities

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Collaboration With Front of House Staff

Cost Optimization

Commitment to Food Safety and Hygiene Standards

Fish Butchery

Passion for culinary arts

Ordering and Vendor Management

Fish Cookery

Supporting Hourly Staff on the Line

Food Handler Certification

Frying

Grilling

Meat Butchery

Meat Cookery

Ordering / Purchasing

Receiving

300+ Covers Per Night

Portioning

Vendor Management

Sauce Making

Sauteing

Scheduling

ServSafe Certified

Team Development

300 Covers Per Night

Vegan / Vegetarian Cooking

Prepping Ingredients

Vegetable Cookery

Wok Cooking

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