Swing Sous Chef - Witham Family Hotels

Join Our Culinary Symphony as the Swing Sous Chef! Are you a culinary virtuoso ready to bring your talents to a vibrant kitchen environment? We're seeking a versatile and skilled Swing Sous Chef to join our culinary team, infusing creativity and flavor into our offerings, especially when the Sous Chef takes a well-deserved day off in the heart of Bar Harbor.

As the Sous chef, you will be responsible for keeping up with all the kitchen functions including the duties of overseeing the safe and efficient operation of the kitchen.  This involves food purchasing with cost control, preparation, and presentation of dishes, as well as maintaining the sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen.

The Bar Harbor Inn creates innovative menus that you will be expected to know ingredients for.  You will be assisting the chef in providing high quality preparation of most dishes as well as the initiative to develop and promote profitability while being an example of others around you. 

We expect all our employees to champion and embrace the company values: to be hospitable at all times, willing to make the extra effort, fair in all of our dealings, respectful to our guests, our property and each other, professional in all situations and proud to be part of the very best!

As a Swing Sous Chef, you will show off your culinary skills during shifts, ensuring top-notch food quality and presentation. Work seamlessly with kitchen staff to maintain the high standards set by the Sous Chef, providing leadership and support when they are away. Step into various roles within the kitchen, maintaining consistency and excellence in culinary operations.

We are a family-owned independent restaurant, passionate about creating exceptional culinary experiences. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, we foster an inclusive workplace. As a Swing Sous Chef, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the culinary excellence of our kitchen.

You will be working your magic on a full-time seasonal basis from Spring to Fall. Your schedule will be 40 hours a week. Weekends, nights, and holidays are a must. The starting salary wage is $1200 per week.

Why you want to work with us:

• Work in the serene ambiance of Bar Harbor, offering a peaceful retreat for both guests and team members.
  
• Join a collaborative team that values teamwork and ensures your success in this essential role.
• Explore opportunities for career advancement within our expanding hotel family.

What you may not know is that we also have amazing benefits and perks:

• Start earning PPL (Paid Personal Leave), An employee will earn 1 hour of paid personal leave for every 40 hours worked during the calendar year.
• Teladoc Virtual Care - Talk to a doctor, therapist, or medical expert anywhere you are by phone or video. For only a $25 monthly charge you would have virtual access to care for a wide range or medical conditions and mental health issues. There is a $0 copay and spouse/dependent(s) are eligible to use the service for free.
• Dental Insurance - Our dental plan is amazing. It is a gem. You get up to 4 cleanings a year and so much more. We pay 80% of the cost.
• End of Season Bonus.
• Heating savings program in partnership with Irving and Dead River - save on heating oil and propane.
• Core Values Program – earn points for branded swag!
• Referral Bonus – up to $1,000 per new full-time employee you refer.
• Discounts on hotel stays (our portfolio, and at selected New England Inns & Resorts collection hotels), dining, and spa services.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Experienced counseling, free & anonymous.
• Employee Relief Fund – Financial support for unexpected situations. Mostly funded by our awesome teammates!
• Annual Flu Shot Clinic.
• Witham Family Hotels Gala – an annual event that recognizes YOU!

Here are some more details:

Job responsibilities:

• Preparing meals and food to meet the specifications of guests in a timely manner.
• Properly measuring kitchen ingredients and food portions.
• Ensuring kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules and sanitation requirements.
• Using kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation.
• Managing the kitchen inventory and ensuring supplies are fresh and of high quality.
• Ensuring proper food temperatures when cooking and proper storage afterward.
• Keeping the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, organized and sanitized.
• Taking charge of kitchen opening, closing and other side duties as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Perform duties as assigned. 

Skills Required:

• Advanced Culinary Skills.
• Ability to effectively manage the kitchen staff, motivate them and assign duties fairly.
• Familiarity with the best practices in the hotel and catering services industry.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Point of Sale and restaurant management software.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly under pressure.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Experience / Education:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter. At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity. Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests.

Performance Measurement:

90 Day performance review, annual performance review, attendance, productivity, feedback from others, Guest Response scores, etc. 

Physical Requirements:

This is a very physically demanding job that requires extended periods of walking, standing, bending, lifting, twisting, and kneeling and climbing ladders and stairs. Lifting of up to 65 lbs.  Extended workdays may be required to accomplish tasks and meet workload demands during peak periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a passion for culinary excellence, adaptability, and a desire to shine in the Sous Chef's absence, we invite you to be a key player in our culinary orchestra!

Apply Now and Let Your Culinary Artistry Shine in the Swing Sous Chef Role!