Sous Chef

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Sous Chef to join our vibrant culinary team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in executing exceptional food quality and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Your leadership will inspire the culinary team to deliver memorable dining experiences. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise, manage food production processes, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and service excellence.

Familiar Creature is a vibrant wine-focused restaurant inspired by the lively dining scenes of Montreal and Paris. With a menu of ingredient-driven dishes, cheeses, and charcuterie, Familiar Creature offers an energetic and approachable dining experience. Familiar Creature is helmed by Michele Hunter, a 'Chopped' winner and former executive chef at Hamlet & Ghost, Familiar Creature’s sister restaurant. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating delicious food, building strong teams, and delivering outstanding hospitality.

Who you are:

The Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to maintain the highest quality and standards in the daily operations of kitchen. They ensure all pars are met in the prep kitchen and oversee execution of the menus throughout service. This position also has an active role in the management and development of Line Cooks, Prep Cooks and all hourly team members. The Sous Chef will be in charge of holding the BOH team accountable to consistent feedback and career development through their performance objectives.

What you'll do:

• Consistently deliver a culture of Hospitality to guests and team members
• Ensure high performance and maintain excellence & hospitality throughout each day's specific service periods
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment for both the service and kitchen teams, ensuring clear communication at all times.
• Ensure consistent execution of food and timely flow of service by directing the team and effectively expediting service
• Educate dining room service staff on all aspects of food menu & culinary procedures through tastings and staff presentation
• Maintain positive working relationship with dining room leaders and line staff at all times
• Ensure that all recipes, product, food preparations and food execution meet restaurant's specifications and commitment to culinary excellence.
• To the highest degree possible, ensure that kitchen and all BOH areas are kept clean, safe, and up to all “A” level health code standards
• Ensure all team members are appropriately trained to execute station properly, partnering with the management team to make sure that all new hires are adequately trained before beginning their new role
• Provide feedback and guidance with hospitality in mind, ensuring all team members have opportunities for growth and development.
• Consistently deliver a culture of hospitality to both guests and team members.

What we need from you:

• 2+ years of experience in culinary leadership and fine dining or equivalent (preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating and communicating across teams
• Excellent food & beverage knowledge
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
• experience in restaurant scheduling, inventory, and purchasing.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

What you'll get from us:

At Familiar Creature, extending Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Sous Chef, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay and bonus potential: Annual compensation of $56,000 - $62,000 with bonus potential
• 50% of Comprehensive health coverage available
• Dental and vision insurance available as add on
• Time to recharge: Paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
• Dining Discount: A 50% dining discount (when working) and a 30% dining discount across both restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones (when not working)
• Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.