ABOUT LITTLE SAINT

Located in the heart of historic downtown Healdsburg, Little Saint is a vibrant meeting place where guests are invited to connect over food, music, art and conversation. Our mission is to create an environment that is good for the soul, the earth and the community. Inside our 10,000-square-foot space, Little Saint offers up a full-service farm-forward restaurant, cafe and wine shop with a focus on plant-based cuisine. The building is home to exciting live music and thought-provoking conversations, as well as a series of film screenings and performances to benefit local artists and our farming community.

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Culinary Director and Executive Chef, the Sous Chef works with the Little Saint team members to carry out the daily activities of the kitchen including development, preparation, and execution of dishes, and training, development, and supervision of the culinary team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Development, Preparation, and Execution of Dishes

• Assist in developing and implementing the menus for the restaurant and inn, including daily specials utilizing surplus product and efficient use of trim.
• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards of the property.
• Be prepared to expedite service efficiently and effectively, maintaining the proper pace and food quality.  Work closely with the expeditor and service team to ensure the integrity of the guest’s experience.
• Help place orders with farms, purveyors, and other entities for the menu and daily operations.
• Work collaboratively to ensure continuous improvement in quality of guest experience, service, operational effectiveness and efficiency, employee training and retention.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and come prepared to contribute to ideation sessions.

Training, Development, and Employee Management

• Supervise the kitchen team, ensuring that direction and guidance is provided and quality standards are achieved.
• Continually mentor and provide opportunities for growth and advance the education and development of staff as it relates to food, wine, service, technique and agriculture.
• Understand and effectively communicate all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs to staff.  
• Administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules, standards and procedures, in coordination with HR & CDC.
• Provide training and mentorship for new hires to help them assimilate into the company’s culture and understand expectations.
• Schedule labor as required by anticipating business activity while ensuring all positions are staffed when and as needed while controlling labor costs and efficiency.  Modify staffing as needed based on volume and demand. Review and approve payroll as requested and in line with company payroll processes and procedures.
• Work with Director of HR to maintain training manuals, safety program, and to schedule and conduct periodic employee evaluations

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS

• Minimum 2+ years of culinary management experience in a fine dining atmosphere
• Commitment to quality, excellence, and genuine hospitality
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under time constraints
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• A person of integrity; fair and consistent
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• The ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend, reach with hands and arms
• Flexibility with a schedule that includes evenings, holidays and extended hours
• Good math skills, and computer proficiency
• Perform essential functions of the role in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures

COMPENSATION

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - 100% Employer-Paid Coverage Available!
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling, Legal and Financial Services
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Cell Phone Reimbursement

LITTLE SAINT'S CORE VALUES AND HOW WE EMBODY THEM

• One Little Saint
• Respect & Kindness
• Value Everyone and Diverse Viewpoints
• Trust & Transparency
• Professional
• Genuine & Authentic
• Supportive

Lead with Confidence while Embracing Diverse Viewpoints: Anticipate challenges, develop plans and collaborate with your Team through trust and transparency.  Value everyone and show empathy to all.

Be Present and Effectively Communicate: Speak up, listen to others and provide supportive feedback with professionalism and authenticity.  Be genuine to yourself and your team.

Drive Positive Change with Respect, Kindness and a Positive Attitude: Take initiative to resolve issues with a solution-based mindset while fostering respectful communication and kindness within the Little Saint Team and our greater Community.

Stay Motivated with Enthusiasm: Little Saint encourages and supports education and personal and professional development.  Take ownership of your development by approaching everyday and all tasks with dedication and excitement.

Embrace Change and Show Up for Your Team: Respond positively to change, remaining supportive of your Team's efforts and needs.

One Little Saint: Our Success is a Team Success. Encourage cooperation and trust among team members, working towards common goals.  We are One Little Saint.

Each of the items listed is considered to be an essential function of the role. However, this list should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities of the position. Little Saint reserves the right to alter the duties of this role.

Little Saint is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Little Saint is committed to hiring a diverse workforce, sustaining an inclusive culture, fostering an environment of continual improvement, and opportunities for growth and career development.