Executive Sous Chef - Central Park Boathouse

LEGENDS

Founded in 2008, Legends is a holistic experiential services agency with more than 1,500 full-time and 30,000 seasonal team members globally. Legends has five divisions operating worldwide - Global Planning, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Merchandise, Global Partnerships, and Legends IQ - offering clients and partners a 360-degree platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment.

CENTRAL PARK BOATHOUSE

This historic building started over 150 years ago as an area to explore and rent rowboats, and over the years it has evolved into a landmark restaurant. This iconic space will continue to hold catered events, restaurant services and rowboat rentals to its millions of visitors each year.

THE ROLE

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, this individual will be responsible for effectively supporting all culinary operations including the oversight of all production, operation, and sanitation aspects of culinary and stewarding operations throughout the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in maintaining high standards of sanitation and cleanliness

• Aids the Executive Chef in maintaining the highest possible rating from the Health Department

• Assists in the training, safety, sanitation and accident prevention controls within the kitchen

• Helps to develop and test recipes as well as techniques for food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality

• Assist the Executive Chef in the planning and development of Kosher menu items and recipes for concessions, catering and premium locations at Yankee Stadium

• Assists in the assurance of consistent food qualities in both presentation and preparation

• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while working within budget guidelines.

• Helps ensure that all recipes and methods are being followed

• Ensures the maintenance of kitchen equipment

• Reports and documents hazardous conditions or unsafe practices within the work environment

• Contributes to the creation of menu specifications for all food items including all pricing information

• Works directly with the Executive Chef on food production and menu development

• Ensures high and consistent food qualities in both presentation and preparation

• Assists in the checking and tasting all food before events take place

• Conduct meetings/pre-shifts to update staff on daily goals and objectives.

• Work to make sure all products go out in a timely manner and stay within required temps

• Must be the "Last Person" out of the kitchen and ensure proper closing. Will also report to the Shift supervisor before they depart the building.

• Other duties as assigned by Executive Chef

• Ensure all closing duties for kitchen are completed

• Conduct training of staff as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree or have graduated from a certified apprenticeship program with a minimum of 2-3 years management experience in high-volume venues or the contract foodservice industry for a sports and entertainment venue

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment

• Experience managing Kosher supply chains.

• Experience cooking in Kosher kitchens.

• Experience training and coaching staff in Kosher food preparation and practices.

• Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills

• Experience managing in a union environment a plus

• Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management

• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays

• Must be able to work in a team environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

• High level of attention to detail and organization

• Strong leadership skills

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Location: On-Site

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

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