Sous Chef Job at Cascabel Ventures LLC, Ann Arbor, MI

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  • Cascabel Ventures LLC
  • Ann Arbor, MI

Job Description

About Us:

Mani Osteria & Bar is a locally owned Italian restaurant known for its wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and commitment to genuine hospitality. We’re expanding our private event department with the launch of Mani Next Door , a dedicated event space designed to host large parties, celebrations, and gatherings.

We are seeking a Sous Chef with a focus on prep execution and event support to assist in both daily kitchen operations at Mani Osteria, and large-format event production at Mani Next Door. This role is perfect for an organized, detail-oriented culinary professional who excels in high-volume prep, event execution, and team leadership.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

 

Kitchen Operations & Prep Leadership

  • Oversee and execute daily prep work, ensuring efficiency, consistency, company standards.
  • Work closely with the Executive Chef to develop and refine prep systems that support both restaurant service and private events.
  • Lead by example in maintaining an organized, clean, and well-managed prep kitchen.

 

Event Support & Execution

  • Support Next Door’s event kitchen, ensuring smooth execution of large-scale private events, catering, banquet-style service, and special menus.
  • Train and oversee staff on event-specific food preparation, plating, and timing.
  • Assist in menu planning, food costing, and execution strategies for private dining.

 

Team Leadership & Development

  • Train and mentor prep cooks and line staff, emphasizing efficiency, technique, and professionalism.
  • Maintain a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture in line with our Core Values.
  • Provide feedback and coaching to improve kitchen operations and individual performance.

 

Inventory & Cost Management

  • Assist with ordering, inventory management, and cost control to optimize food production.
  • Minimize waste and ensure proper oversight to maintain food and labor cost efficiency.

 

Safety & Sanitation Compliance

  • Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation standards are met and exceeded.
  • Lead by example in maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment.

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