Sous Chef

Company Description
Vitol is a leader in the energy sector with a presence across the spectrum:
from oil through to power, renewables and carbon. From 40 offices worldwide, we seek to add value across the energy supply chain, including deploying our scale and market understanding to help facilitate the energy transition. To date, we have committed over $2 billion of capital to renewable projects, and are identifying and developing low-carbon opportunities around the world.

We are currently seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team. This role will support meal preparation and dining experience in a professional/corporate setting for approximately 350 people daily.
Responsibilities include:

Providing a friendly and highly professional environment at all times with employees and coworkers; ensure all employees feel welcome in the Bistro and receive the same level of service, answer questions and provide food items as needed from the kitchen while kindly and consistently enforcing the rule that no employees other than Admin team members who are certified by the Health Department are allowed in the Kitchen
Collaborating with the Executive Chef and teammates to prepare, execute and clean up all meals
Meeting deadlines without fail; ensure lunch service is on time every day (Noon sharp)
Designing monthly menus that maintain variety and are likely to appeal to the masses; when possible, consider dietary restrictions and provide alternatives if needed
Ensuring freshness of all products
Performing daily inventory of items, place orders, receive product and keep all items in stock and organized within the Kitchen and Bistro
Maintaining relationships with purveyors; receive invoices, review and submit for prompt payment
Scheduling all maintenance and repairs for food and beverage equipment
Adhering to all hygiene and food safety requirements as set forth by the Health Department; work diligently to stop the threat of cross contamination and food spoilage by maintaining the safest environment possible within the Kitchen and Bistro
Retaining all pertinent records for the Vitol Kitchen; keep up with City and County permits, food service requirements and maintain all records for equipment, service and food handling
Maintaining the food costs spreadsheet
Working with employees to execute special events and celebrations; identify food and beverage needs, place orders and assist with setup/cleanup
Assisting with miscellaneous Admin Team tasks as asked; special events, moves, etc.
Qualifications

Culinary degree, or two or more years of progressive experience in a restaurant kitchen or hotel/banquet setting
Working knowledge of culinary trends, various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and the industry's standard practices.
Scratch kitchen experience desired
Ability to stand, walk and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions for an eight-plus hour shift.
Dependable and capable of working regular hours of 7am - 3pm, Monday - Friday, depending on the menu and needs for the week
Exhibiting a professional appearance and positive attitude at all times
Passionate about delivering quality food and excellent customer service
Additional Information

Competitive compensation
Company provided benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Paid vacation
Generous 401k contributions

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.