Sous Chef

Location: Burma Inc

Position: Sous Chef

Salary: 70,000 - 75,000

Calling all foodies, the passionate, the inspired! 

At Burma Inc, it is more than just a "job" and we are more than just a "company". We are a small but mighty group of individuals passionate about food, life, people and culture. We are strong believers that food should be more than just fuel, it should be celebrated, act as a source of discovery, connection and feed a sense of adventure. 

 Burma Inc is the company behind Burma Superstar, Burma Love and Burma Bites restaurants in the San Francisco Bay Area. What started out as a single restaurant with a vision to bring Burmese/Asian cuisine to the world, has quickly turned into a family of restaurants, a non-profit organization, as well as a retail line, and this is just the beginning. 

Burma Inc is seeking a skilled and experienced SOUS CHEF to play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef in managing the kitchen and ensuring that all dishes reflect the authentic flavors of one of our Southeast Asian inspired restaurants located in the bustling heart of the city with rich cultural diversity and a dynamic blend of business, retail and entertainment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 + years of experience in the restaurant industry with a strong flair for creating mouthwatering dishes, menu development and the ability to aspire and mentor a team of culinary professionals. 

As a SOUS CHEF you will work alongside our Executive Chef to manage day to day kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality food and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. You will help lead a talented kitchen team, support staff-development, and ensure the consistent delivery of excellent food and service. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking and plating
• Supervise, train and mentor kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, cooking techniques and safety practices
• Ensure the consistency of food quality, presentation and portion control
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving ingredients and supplies
• Enforce food safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with local health regulations
• Collaborate with front-of-house (FOH) team to ensure seamless communication and an outstanding dining experience for guests
• Help in menu development, testing new dishes and creating daily specials
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong organizational skills and working efficiently under pressure

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Proven experience as a s Sous Chef or in a similar role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
• Strong culinary knowledge and skills with a passion for food and creating memorable dishes
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and health regulations
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both kitchen and front-of-house (FOH) staff
• Ability to acquire a California Food Handlers and Sexual Harassment certification (before or within 2 + weeks of hire date)

A few reasons why you`ll love your job: 

• Opportunity to be a part of a growing and passionate company and team
• Unique opportunity to bridge cultures through food
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Family meals provided
• Dining discounts across family of restaurants

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO): 

Burma Inc proves equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and other protected classes. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with legal requirements. In addition to federal law requirements, Burma Inc complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.