Sous Chef

The Sous Chef at Maine Beer Company is responsible for creating and maintaining a high quality food experience. Additionally, the Sous Chef is responsible for maintaining positive customer service, while also facilitating a professional and positive work environment. The Sous Chef reports directly to the Head Chef. Salary is based on experience. Maine Beer Company offers a benefits package including fully paid health insurance, 3 weeks paid vacation, 401k, profit sharing, dental insurance, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, and more!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Head Chef in food service and day-to-day operations
• Maintain positive attitude and team morale
• Create / oversee kitchen schedule
• Work with Head Chef to develop and maintain menu
• Complete the duties of a line cook when needed, and capable of working all kitchen positions
• Ensure food is prepared and plated to Head Chef’s expectations
• Order ingredients and supplies
• Ensure kitchen is clean and organized
• Monitor food cost and sales data
• Ensure food is stored in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitor time and attendance for food service staff
• Assist with hiring and training kitchen staff
• Facilitate positive customer service at all times
• Establish and maintain kitchen SOPs
• Maintain the appropriate kitchen licensing and follow state guidelines
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to MBC core values
• Consistently hold the food service team accountable to MBC core values

• 5+ years culinary experience
• 2+ years managing experience
• Pizza and wood-fired cooking experience is a plus
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, high volume kitchen
• ServSafe certification
• Physical stamina to withstand a full shift on their feet
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable using a computer and operating standard office software