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Eddie Merlot's is a renowned upscale steakhouse known for delivering high-quality dining experiences through exceptional service and exquisite cuisine. Established with a mission to provide guests with an outstanding culinary and hospitality experience, Eddie Merlot's emphasizes fresh ingredients, skillful preparation, and an inviting atmosphere. As part of its commitment to excellence, the restaurant continuously strives to uphold its standards of food quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all locations. Hiring establishments like Eddie Merlot's focus on cultivating a professional and dedicated team environment where hospitality and food craftsmanship are deeply valued. The Eddie Merlot's brand is widely recognized not only for its premium steaks and seafood offerings but also for its distinguished banquet and event services, accommodating private events and special occasions with a customized and elegant approach.The Sous Chef position at Eddie Merlot's plays a vital role in maintaining the stellar reputation the restaurant enjoys. This position is designed for a culinary leader who is passionate about food preparation, team development, and operational excellence. The Sous Chef assists in managing the kitchen staff to ensure that every dish meets the brand's exacting standards for freshness, quality, and presentation. This role requires a hands-on approach as well as an ability to motivate and educate the kitchen team, coach performance, and hold staff accountable to consistently achieve the highest level of culinary excellence. The Sous Chef contributes to recruiting, hiring, and training processes, helping to nurture talent within the kitchen while promoting growth opportunities for all team members. A critical part of the role includes maintaining kitchen safety and sanitation protocols in alignment with state, federal, and company regulations to provide a safe and hygienic working environment.The role also involves administrative responsibilities such as assisting with budget preparation for food, labor, and supplies, monitoring sales and cost data, and managing product orders accurately to optimize operational efficiency. The Sous Chef is responsible for planning and directing food production for daily meals, banquets, and special events ensuring timely and quality deliveries that enhance the guest dining experience. Operationally, the Sous Chef oversees equipment maintenance and cleanliness ensuring a safe and fully functional kitchen environment. This leadership position requires actively engaging with the dining room managers to help elevate customer service through personal interaction and exemplary representation of the company brand. The Sous Chef participates as a key member of both local and corporate leadership teams, contributing to strategic planning and partnership across multiple restaurant locations to ensure consistency and continuous improvement. Communication within the team is strongly emphasized through daily pre-shift briefings, fostering a collaborative culture between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, and promoting recognition and appreciation initiatives to boost morale and performance. Overall, the Sous Chef at Eddie Merlot's is a dynamic role that balances culinary artistry, operational leadership, and team mentorship to deliver a memorable dining experience in a safe, efficient, and motivating kitchen environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• minimum 3 years experience in a professional kitchen environment
• prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• knowledge of state, federal, and local health and safety regulations
• ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform kitchen tasks
• strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• excellent communication skills
• ability to work effectively under pressure
• team player attitude