Kitchen Supervisor - The Rooftop

** $500 Sign-On Bonus **

Charleston’s first-ever hotel dedicated to the arts, The Vendue, inspires guests and team members alike with an ever-changing canvas of art for all the senses. Providing the ultimate guest experiences through a culture that values our team members is our number one priority. Time and again we excel in this pursuit as evidenced by our many accolades and awards in the industry. Start a new career journey with creativity, fun, and passion at The Vendue!

What We Have To Offer

Location:

• Located at 19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC 29401, The Vendue is in the heart of Charleston’s French Quarter and Art District.
• Steps away from Waterfront Park, Charleston City Market, and Rainbow Row, along with other historic attractions, shopping, and dining.
  
  

Hourly Pay

• $22.00 per hour full-time. Overtime will be paid at time and a half for any hours over 40 in a week.
• Sign-on bonus: $250 awarded after 3 months of employment and an additional $250 will be awarded after 6 months of employment.
  
  

Benefits

• A culture that values curiosity, boldness, intentionality, and delight!
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Earned wage access through PayActiv - access your earned wages before payday!
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Company provided life insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer matching of up to 3.5%
• Referral program & Employee Assistance Program & Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned hotels and restaurants
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to support the Kitchen Manager of The Rooftop in overseeing the operations of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating food preparation, cooking, and presentation while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Kitchen Manager with the supervision of kitchen staff and operations to ensure the preparation of menu items according to company standards and health regulations.
• Regularly review, stock, and order necessary items to maintain stock in the kitchen. Communicate with vendors regarding supply and delivery.
• Support the Kitchen Manager with the creation of new menu items.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with team members, managers, and guests.
• Prepare food for service as needed (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces). Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion, plated and garnished to specifications
• Ensure stations are set up and stocked with all necessary supplies.
• Take responsibility for closing shift tasks, including making sure the kitchen is clean, leftover food is taken care of properly, necessary logs are completed, etc.
  
  

Note that this is not an inclusive list and culinary team members are at times asked to assist with other tasks to best serve the business. Other tasks may be assigned by the Kitchen Manager or other managers.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Rooftop Line Chefs, Rooftop Expo
  
  

Job Requirements

Education/Experience:

• 5+ years of proven cooking experience, supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Familiar with the industry’s best practices.
• Formal culinary education is not required but is a plus. ServSafe certification a plus.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Commitment to guest satisfaction and service excellence.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks. Ability to work under pressure, be calm, be organized, be self-motivated, and work well with others.
• Ability to read, speak and understand the English language in order to follow recipes and communicate with the team.
• Ability to learn and perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead a team in a proactive and positive manner.
  
  

Working Conditions

Equipment to Be Used:

• General cooking appliances including, but not limited to, the following: Gas Range, Grill, Charbroiler, meat slicer, food processor, blender, convection oven, steam table, hot holding cabinets, sharp knives.
  
  

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Availability to work around peak hours, including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate with the team both verbally and written.
• Frequently required to use hands and arms to reach and handle. Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Requires manual dexterity sufficient to handle equipment and utensils.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing and sometimes stressful work environment.
  
  

Work Environment

• Commercial Kitchen environment and storage areas with tile flooring.
• The position requires the ability to work in both extreme heat from the hot line and sub-zero temperatures from walk-in freezer.
• High pressure, high volume, fast-paced, team-oriented.
  
  

The working conditions described are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Who We Are

Up top is where it’s at! The Rooftop, a legend unto itself, Charleston’s original rooftop bar. Constantly voted #1, Vendue’s lively rooftop boasts views for miles – harbor or city skyline. Pick your pleasure. With tasty food and pulse-pounding drinks to help fuel our guests’ merry-making, this is where it’s at. Every guest should leave thinking, “damn, that was good fun.” - and you can be part of the team that makes it happen!

The Vendue is not traditional in its aesthetic, vibe or the way we serve our guests. Neither is this position. We’re here to shake things up to bring our guest experience to the next level–with some flair, and a touch of showmanship. You'll have everything you need to shine - great location? Check. An epic rooftop bar? Best in the city! 200+ piece curated art collection? Yup, but we don't want to brag. We could go on. But we are missing one thing - YOU. What level of creativity, fun, beauty, and inspiration can you bring to the team? Can you match our moxie? We'd love to find out. To learn more, visit thevendue.com.

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