Sous Chef

About us

New York Grill is a high end steakhouse in the Rooftop Dining precinct in Westfield Newmarket, with easy access to public transport. We are a traditional New York style steakhouse with a modern twist. We provide a calm and friendly oasis for mall shoppers by day and destination diners by night. We host special occasions, business groups and everyday diners looking for a quality dining experience.

Qualifications & experience

• Previous experience in a busy restaurant (fine dining or high end restaurant would be ideal). A formal qualification in cooking is beneficial, but not essential. Appropriate further training will be available to the successful candidate to suit our kitchen needs. At least 2-3 years experience in a similar role is highly desirable.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Directs and carries out food preparation and collaborates with head chef.
• Helps design of food and drink menu.
• Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.
• Communicates and coordinates with the kitchen team during service.
• Oversees and supervises kitchen staff.
• Assists with menu planning, inventory and management of supplies.
• Ensures that food is high quality and that the kitchen is in good condition.
• Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.
• Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve the kitchen's performance.
• Trains new employees.
• Orders food supplies.
• Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.
• Solves problems that arise in an efficient, practical manner.
• Assists head chef with other reasonable duties.

Skills

• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients and procedures.
• Management skills
• Familiarity with industry's best practices.
• Leadership
• Creativity
• Hand-eye coordination
• Time-management skills
• Decision making
• Handles pressure well

Benefits

• We offer a fun and supportive working environment, that values work-life balance and ensures that you have time to enjoy life, and spend time with family and friends. We offer on the job training, staff meals, and various other performance based perks.