Sous Chef

Cafe Joyeux is the 1 st family of nonprofit and sustainable cafés training and employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Originally founded in France, Café Joyeux has opened it's first location in the United States, in New York City. We are looking for a skilled sous chef, sharing our passion for good high quality food, beautiful locations and people who are true to themselves. The Sous Chef will direct and supervise activities in the café's kitchen. We are looking for a strong leader who contributes to the success of our mission by providing high-quality French cuisine to our customers, enforcing high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, and training and managing back-of-house team members. This position works alongside team members that have intellectual development disabilities (IDD) and will support them in fostering meaningful and independent employment opportunities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Carries out culinary production in accordance with French brand and cuisine Follows menus and pre-determined recipes, while also incorporating new ideas Performs daily line check to ensure consistent tastes, temperatures, and quality of items Works in partnership with Head Trainer of crew members to ensure instruction to crew members is accessible Manages, leads and develops skills of team members with and without disabilities Meets or exceeds budgeting goals Collaborates with management to plan special events Ability to work with a sense of urgency Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Follows all Department of Health rules and regulations Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 25+ pounds Communicates clearly and calmly with team members. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB Culinary Education Food Handler’s License ServSafe Certification is a plus but not required Cheerful, caring and with a keen sense of hospitality and service Experience working under the Department of Health guidelines 5+ years of experience working in a restaurant or café Familiar and comfortable working with individuals with disabilities. Experience teaching or training Strong leadership and management skills Knowledge of French cuisine is a plus but not required Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 5 - 10 years Salary: $21 - $25 Annual Bonus/Commission: No