Sous Chef - In House Catering

Duvel Moortgat USA
parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
May 01, 2025
Boulevard Brewing Company is recognized as a leader in the high-end beer segment. Boulevard Brewing Company is proud to be part of the Duvel Moortgat family of breweries which also includes Duvel USA and Brewery Ommegang. As the fourth largest craft brewery by volume in the United States, our beers and cocktails are built by our people, who are bound together by a devotion to our products and customers. We offer a competitive salary, employee bonus, medical/dental, 401k, educational assistance, parental leave, and other wonderful employee perks and benefits! SUMMARY Boulevard Brewing Company is seeking an experienced culinary leader to oversee our growing in-house catering team. This role will also assist in leading our culinary team in our restaurant operations. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Lead & supervise kitchen operations and kitchen staff by example with strong work ethic, integrity & enthusiasm Maintain a positive & professional approach with coworkers and customers Evaluate and update weekly/daily prep lists for daily sales and event menus Maintain and order an inventory of food and kitchen supplies considering special events & catering operations Understand and comply with all industry best practices and food safety standards Ensure food is prepared and delivered hot and in a timely manner Constant evaluation of quality, portion control and cost Assist with team scheduling and back up kitchen staff when needed Provide ongoing training of kitchen staff Creation and testing of new recipes and menus for catering & restaurant operations Communicate with Tours & Rec leadership and Hospitality leadership promptly Participate in various events inside and outside the brewery as needed KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Culinary Arts Degree or equivalent work experience Three - Five years professional cooking experience Supervisor experience & strong leadership qualities Maintain a Food Manager level card with the KCMO Health Department Professional communication skills, verbal & written Professional level understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment & procedures Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks Familiarity with industry best practices Must be personable & able to collaborate with management, reports & across departments Must be able to work flexible schedule when necessary including holidays, nights and weekends Embrace the Duvel Moortgat values: Passion, Quality, Sustainability, & Integrity OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Requires standing for extended periods Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds or more Repetitive Bending including bending, stooping, and twisting We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.