Merriman's Hawaii

Sous Chef

Merriman's Hawaii  •  Hawaii (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Title: Sous Chef

Reports to: Executive Chef

Summary of Position:

Sous Chef is an experienced culinarian, who is organized, clean and professional. Leads by example, makes his team better and promotes an excitement for food. Sous Chef is capable of running the kitchen in the Chef’s absence and maintains the quality set forth by Peter Merriman.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
  • Make sure all recipes are being followed to specifications
  • Do daily line checks to assure quality and flavor of prepwork
  • Responsible for ordering
  • Responsible for the checking in of deliveries, paying attention to correct weights and quality of ingredients
  • Deliveries are put away immediately using F.I.F.O.
  • Maintain correct staffing before and during shifts
  • Hot food on hot plates, cold food on cold plates
  • Makes sure food is being served in a timely fashion, following time guidelines set forth by the company
  • Makes sure all food that leaves the kitchen is to specifications, flavorful and presented nicely
  • Set daily cleaning duties, as well as making sure the posted duties are being completed
  • Controls of food waste, and usage
  • Butchering of all proteins
  • Maintain and enforce the rules and regulations set forth in the company handbook
  • Do daily pre-shifts, be on time
  • Maintain a professional and learning environment in our kitchens
  • Responsible for closing the kitchen

Personal Requirements:

  • Ability to be on your feet and alert for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
Merriman's Hawaii

About Merriman's Hawaii

Peter Merriman has been a culinary pioneer in Hawaii for over 35 years. Known as the original “locavore”, Peter is a vocal champion of Hawaii’s farmers, ranchers and fishermen. His restaurants showcase island grown and harvested foods through simple preparations that reflect the myriad flavors of Hawaii’s multiculturalism. Dubbed the “Pied Piper of Hawaii Regional Cuisine” by The Los Angeles Times, he is a continuing inspiration to Hawaii’s thriving culinary scene. Merriman’s Restaurants are driven by our long-standing commitment to Hawaii Regional Cuisine. Each day, Merriman’s Restaurants strive to “Do The Right Thing!” for the earth, for each other and for our guests.

“Throw a Party Every Night” encapsulates our sincere approach to creating dining experiences that are fun, festive and memorable. We treat every meal as if it is a party in our own home.

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With locations on four islands, each of Peter Merriman's restaurants shares a common mission statement: "Do the Right Thing!" We are a high energy, team-oriented organization and strive for excellence in everything we do. Every member of our team, whether in the kitchen, dining room, or office, is proud of their work and takes responsibility for making sure every customer has a memorable dining experience. Passion and a stellar work ethic are an essential part of our character.

Check out all available opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.merrimanshawaii.com/careers/

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Lahaina, HI
Year Founded
1988
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