Sous Chef

da Toscano is currently looking for a sous chef for our new space in the Iroquois hotel , 49 w 44th st.It is a very exciting opportunity with potential for future growth.Responsibilities: Supervise the production of food at all stations, assisting the cooks when needed Support the Executive Chef in maintainig a smooth and efficient service Order and Inspect for quality all food items necessary for the production of the finished menu items Maintain kitchen equipment following food & safety/restaurant standards of cleanliness and organization Track food costs as requested Ensure that employees keep waste to a minimum Recognize the importance of employee morale and lead by example Competencies & Qualifications: Previous supervisory role. Verbal English and or Spanish proficiency are a plus. Superb communication skills Positive attitude and strong work ethic  Ability to interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, members, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach Ability to work with minimal supervision, accomplish tasks without direct instruction, and problem solve for the best solutions Able to train and motivate team Superb Organizational skills Effective time management Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality NYC doh card is a must Physical Requirements Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment More detail about Da Toscano part of Restaurants by Chef Michael Toscano, please visit