Chef, Sous Chef

About This Role

Caring for the excellence of Saks Global Restaurants, the Restaurant Sous Chef is a critical culinary leader who builds and inspires a professional culinary team, driving them to create top-tier experiences for guests. This role seamlessly oversees daily kitchen operations, manages high-profile catering and special events, and executes key restaurant initiatives while maintaining immaculate culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, organize, and expedite all plates leaving the kitchen to guarantee flawless presentation, temperature, and flavor profile before reaching the guest
• Inspect each Cook station daily to monitor prep lists, par levels, and overall service readiness
• Create and execute daily specials and soups, upkeeping the current recipe book and providing clear instructions to designated kitchen stations
• Maintain technical mastery of all kitchen roles, possessing the skills and agility to step into any culinary position on the line as operational needs dictate
• Work closely with the Front of House (FOH) staff to seamlessly execute tickets, handle dietary restrictions, and accommodate special guest requests
• Monitor, measure, and document daily food inventories to minimize waste and optimize food cost percentages
• Manage inventory counts, process batch invoices, and assist with month-end forecasts
• Partner with the Executive Chef to order food and supplies in strict accordance with Corporate Purchasing Contracts
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to plan, organize, and execute catering menus, private parties, and special restaurant promotions
• Drive the culinary team to achieve and maintain a 90% score or better on seasonal secret shop reports and health sanitation evaluations
• Oversee the rigorous maintenance and cleanliness across all kitchens, walk-ins, and storage areas
• Enforce all Health and Sanitation standards as directed by Saks Global, local/federal Health Departments, and third-party sanitation auditors
• Oversee culinary Associates in completing daily tasks, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth
• Onboard, coach, and counsel direct reports, offering real-time feedback and culinary instruction
• Enforce Saks Global policies and procedures uniformly, delivering disciplinary action and conflict resolution when necessary
• Communicate daily and effectively with all line cooks, prep cooks, and stewarding/dish crew members to ensure kitchen synergy
• Partner closely with the Executive Chef and communicate daily with the broader restaurant management team regarding

About the Company

Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks OFF 5TH. Powered by its talented colleagues, it is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience across its store network and e-commerce platforms. Through strong partnerships with the world’s most esteemed brands, cutting-edge technology and the industry’s most comprehensive luxury customer data, Saks Global is shaping the future of retail.