WISE SONS is seeking a Chef for our flagship Deli (mission district)

JOIN WISE SONS!
Founded in San Francisco’s Mission District, Wise Sons pairs classic Jewish family recipes with the ingredients and culture that define California. With five locations (for now…) and a presence at multiple farmer’s markets, we are a rapidly growing, nationally-recognized brand. And while we work hard to deliver on our core values – Quality, Cleanliness & Service – we always keep it fun!

IN A NUTSHELL:
This is a full time salaried position, with great benefits, no late nights (our hours of operation are 8am-9pm!), and only manages a 7-8 person kitchen team. The Deli Chef is responsible for the day-to-day service, prep, and catering prepared in our kitchen, and works underneath our General Manager to oversee an efficient and orderly operation.

This management role leads the kitchen through ownership of all culinary production including planning for volume and growth, hiring/staffing/training, product inventory and purchasing, as well as overall organization and cleanliness of the space. The consistent quality of our food and training of our staff are the keys to success for this role.

THE DETAILS:
— Oversee daily kitchen service from prep to plate
— Maintain quality control, ensuring that every plate of food is served to standards
— Create and execute weekly specials and holiday menus in collaboration with the management team
— Coordinate with the General Manager and Catering Manager to ensure 100% accuracy of catering orders
— Run an efficient kitchen, sticking to the labor budget
— Hire, train, and manage kitchen employees, including scheduling (we use Homebase)
— Review/approve timesheets and tend to HR administration as needed for payroll (we use Paycom)
— Evaluate staff performance including but not limited to termination, write-ups & promotions
— Utilize Wise Sons operating systems including order guides, prep lists, and schedules to maintain efficient operations including management of pars and maintaining food costs
— Order and inventory all kitchen supplies: receive deliveries from suppliers; manage supplier and vendor relationships; work with General Manager to upload invoices for payment weekly
— Oversee the cleanliness and organization of all kitchen, storage, and common use areas
— Enforce proper handling and storage of all foodstuffs including, proper cooling and holding temperatures, labeling and FIFO rotation.
— Ensure equipment is maintained with a cleaning schedule; coordinate with the janitorial team

PERKS WE OFFER YOU:
— Competitive pay based on experience
— 100% paid Employee Medical Care
— Access to Dental, Vision, Commuter Benefits, 401k
— PTO and respect for work-life balance
— Cell Phone Reimbursement
— Free Bagels, Pastrami, and much more!
— A great opportunity for personal growth!

WHERE YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
— You believe in the Wise Sons product
— You have professional and motivational leadership skills with the ability to manage in a diverse and fast-paced environment
— You’re highly organized and detail-oriented with great time management skills
— You are solutions-oriented and demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills
— You are excited to help create a warm, welcoming work environment and sustain our company culture
— You have 3 years experience managing a high output kitchen
— You are an effective communicator with Spanish language skills
— You are tech savvy or willing to learn; maintain company email; proficiency with Google Drive preferred
— Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds; work in a standing position for long
— You are flexible in your schedule and willing to work weekends
— You hold a Serve-Safe or CA Food Handler Permit or are able to obtain one

Please send your resume and cover letter or apply directly at https://wisesonsdeli.com/about/careers/

Wise Sons was birthed in a(nother) land of milk and honey. The caliber, availability and diversity of California’s human potential and agricultural bounty are resources crucial to our success that deserves attention, respect and investment.

Jewish cuisine represents the culmination of one people’s journey across different countries, cultures and time periods. Wise Sons honors that tradition through a dedication to hiring a diverse workforce to help usher in the latest chapter of that story here in California.

Wise Sons is an equal opportunity employer. Our zero-tolerance policy means that no form of unlawful discriminatory or harassing conduct towards any employee, client, customer, or vendor in our workplace will be tolerated.