Sally's Apizza, renowned for its New Haven Style Apizza since 1938, is expanding our locations and corporate team nationwide! Famous for our distinctive tomato sauce and chewy, crispy crust with an iconic oven-kissed char, Sally’s draws pizza fans from around the world. We hand-craft authentic pizza in custom-designed ovens, using the original recipes. With a commitment to sharing exceptional pizza with all, we're on a mission to spread our passion far and wide.
With Sally's growth, comes new opportunities from management to corporate roles. We offer coaching, training and promotion within, giving you a path to pursue your future career goals.
As a Sous Chef, Your Responsibilities Include...
Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen and culinary activities including food preparation, cooking, and plating. Ensure compliance with established recipes, quality standards, and health regulations
Oversee and participate in the preparation of ingredients, sauces, and other components for various dishes across the menu. Monitor the cooking and baking process to maintain consistency and exceptional taste
Assist with the development of new and innovative, quality food items to meet market and guest expectations
Oversee food preparation and production for catering packages
Collaborate with the culinary team to cater for special events and private functions, ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests
Following instructions and recommendations in taking care of daily food preparation and duties assigned by the Kitchen Manager to uphold the quality standards set by the company
Maintain a clean and safe environment, instructing staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment, and utensil sanitation and safety issues
Supervise and inspect all preparation and cooking equipment regularly to ensure they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order
Assist in managing kitchen inventory, ordering supplies, and ensuring proper storage of ingredients to minimize wastage and control food costs
Managing daily requirements, functions, and last-minute events
Responsible for training and mentoring junior kitchen staff
Works closely with the front-of-house staff to coordinate smooth food service and accommodate special guest requests and dietary restrictions
Promote and maintain good working relationships throughout the entire kitchen staff
Ensures management style and working methods are in line with Sally’s core values
Establish, maintain, and enforce consistent high-performance standards
The Sous Chef reports directly to the Kitchen Manager.
JOBREQUIREMENTS:
Technical: Thorough knowledge of Food Safety systems and procedures. Food prep & knife skills
Language: English, Basic Spanish (preferred but not required)
Experience
High school or GED equivalent
Formal culinary training (preferred but not required)
Minimum 1 year in a leadership role within a full-service restaurant kitchen
Certifications: ServeSafe Certified
Work Environment: This hands-on position requires 90% of the work week to be spent actively engaged in running culinary operations. You must be able to work on your feet for up to 10 hours at a time and lift at least 50 lbs
Details: Full Time, In-Person,Day, Evening & Weekend availability
Salary & Benefits
Starting at $60,000 annually depending on experience, plus bonus
Dental Insurance
Employee discount
Health Insurance
Paid time off
SALLY’S CORE VALUES
Obsession for Apizza:True passion for the uncompromised quality and tradition of New Haven Apizza. Strive for excellence and bring your personal best to work every day.
Commitment to Our Guests:Demonstrate warmth and care while creating memorable moments of hospitality for all guests.
Strength of Character:Take pride in your job and use your best judgment to do what is right and fair even when no one else is looking. Actively seek to build trust with colleagues and guests.
We Are Hungry:We are a teaching company filled with people who are hungry for knowledge and growth. Our hunger is insatiable, and we crave honest feedback to strengthen our skills and hold each other accountable.
Pre-employment Background Check, Drug Screen, and References are required.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
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