POSITION:                   Sous Chef

REPORTS TO:              Executive Chef

DEPARTMENT:            Food and Beverage

FLSA STATUS:             Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Sous Chef for Legends Global/Albuquerque Convention Center and facilities. The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef as the second in command of the culinary department. The event-driven work schedule may require early morning, late night, weekend shifts and holiday shifts.

• Produce required products according to Banquet Event Orders (BEO) for each event.
• Maintains appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities. Communicate any equipment needs to Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage.
• Monitors employee dress codes according to policies and procedures
• Education of proper handling of food and beverage to all staff including both front and back of house
• Prepare recipes as directed.
• Order, receive, and prepare food items while maintaining food costs and budget goals.
• Assisting the Executive Chef in managing physical inventory provides updated information to the Director of Food and Beverage and Finance department. 
• Assists in developing interesting and creative menus promoting functions in all outlets and sellable spaces
• Give oversight and direction to retail production and deliverability.
• Daily contact with the Director of Food & Beverage and other convention center employees.  Regular contact with all Catering managers and banquet and Concessions staff.
• Maintain all kitchen equipment cleanliness and maintenance.
• Support all kitchen and stewarding staff.
• Assist with hiring and Training of all kitchen and stewarding staff to include “Serve safe” and any Health department regulations along with any other applicable trainings, keeping a detailed log of verifications of completed trainings.
• Responsible for the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Assisting Executive Chef in new techniques for food preparation and presentation in a manner and variety to maximize member and guest satisfaction and to minimize food costs
• Develop Proposals for Potential Clients, to include tastings on larger plated events.
• Front of House Presence.
• Support scheduling process as delegated.
• Oversee offsite catering at other ACC Facilities such as Railyards and SPARK.
• Process Kitchen payroll in ABI.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly Supervise Line and Prep Cooks.
• Primary hiring Manager for all Stewards, Cook I & II
• Demonstrate supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Legends Global’s policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; reviewing and evaluating performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to communicate well, both written and orally
• Ability to translate prep sheets and BEO’s.
• Foster working relationships with partners, clients, employees, exhibitors, and patrons during employment
• Able to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate and train other to use industry-related equipment.
• Ability to be creative with food presentations and maintain a quality product.
• Work with limited supervision, prioritize, and handle multiple projects simultaneously while exercising judgment and initiative in addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ability to train and direct employees to plan and assign work in an efficient and effective manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and industry terminology
• Produce required products according to Banquet Event Orders for each event.
• Results-oriented individual with the ability to meet budgetary goals.
• Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedules to produce accurate results and meet deadlines.
• Must adhere to the local Health Department code.
• Current NM Food Manager licensee

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of four (4) years in a banquet facility producing meals for large or multiple events
• Minimum of 2–3 years of management experience overseeing cooks and employees in the food service industry.
• Two-year associate degree in culinary arts, or a combination of education and experience
• Previous leadership experience preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.  And other computer literacy is recommended (including Microsoft Outlook).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Current Serve Safe Manager License preferred- obtain license with 90 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Walk/stand extensively, kneel, climb stairs, balance, and maneuver throughout the various areas and surfaces of the venue.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or occasionally more with assistance.
• Work inside and outside the building may be required and may have some exposure to adverse conditions.
• Must be able to hear and speak using a two-way radio.
• Work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• NOTE:
• The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. 

They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.VEVRAA Federal Contractor.