Executive Sous Chef

Company: Fespar Enterprises
Location: Santa Barbara
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

The Bear and Star restaurant located in Los Olivos, Ca. is currently looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join our team! Over the last two years The Bear and Star and Fess Parker Ranch have gained numerous accolades for their innovative Ranch to Table experience. As our restaurant and catering business continues to grow we are looking for an exceptional culinary leader to join our team. This position will work directly with Chefs John Cox and Trenton Shank on overseeing restaurant and banquet operations. The Bear and Star prides itself in providing an inspiring and educational environment for our team. In addition to an industry leading benefits package, including health, dental and 401k, our team has access to our Culinary Library and mentorship programs. The Bear and Star is far more than just a restaurant, we are on a 715 acre Wagyu Cattle Ranch with our own flock of lamb, mushroom cave, gardens, chickens, vineyard and orchard. You can see more about our operation here: https://www.foodandwine.com/news/bear-and-star-california-central-coast-wagyu-beef https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwKKudrt7w4 Job Responsibilities - Oversee all aspects of restaurant and banquet operations in absence of Chef. - Directly responsible for ordering, schedule and payroll. - Oversight of stewarding department and overall restaurant sanitation. - Oversee quality and consistency of all menu items. - Train and instruct cooks on all culinary techniques and SOPs. - Assist with banquets and off-property events as directed. - Create daily production lists for team. - Enforce opening and closing procedures and standards. - Assign daily cleaning projects and deep cleaning schedules. - Perform menu costing and review vendor pricing. - Be able to communicate clearly with guests and address any special requests. - Assist in training FOH and conducting Pre-Service as directed. Desired Qualifications - 5 Years of Sous Chef or Chef experience. - Proven track record overseeing multi-outlet operation or high-volume restaurants. - Fine Dining Experience. - Advanced knowledge of national restaurant trends and modern techniques. - Mastery of all basic culinary techniques: Fermentation, Butchery, Sauce Work, Seafood prep, BBQ etc - Desire to learn new skills and techniques. - Strong communication skills. - Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing and other computer programs. - Advanced organizational skills. We offer a full benefits package after introductory period including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), PTO, etc. Please send resumes to: john@thebearandstar.com

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