Sous Chef

Job Summary

Are you a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and enjoys leading a team? We are seeking a Sous Chef to support our culinary operations, deliver exceptional food quality, and help create outstanding dining experiences.

In this role, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily food production, develop creative menus, support catering events, and maintain the highest standards of culinary excellence. If you're an energetic, hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring others and bringing fresh ideas to the kitchen, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.

• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and execution of daily dining programs.

• Supervise, train, coach, and develop culinary associates to maintain a high-performing kitchen team.

• Lead food preparation and production for daily service, catering, and special events.

• Support purchasing, ordering, inventory management, and food cost controls.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.

• Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to introduce new menus, promotions, and culinary programs.

• Monitor kitchen operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, food quality, and guest satisfaction.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.

• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture focused on culinary excellence and exceptional hospitality.

What We're Looking For

• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional experience.

• Progressive culinary or kitchen management experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, higher education, healthcare, or similar food service environments.

• Experience in high-volume food production and complex culinary operations preferred.

• Catering and special event production experience is a plus.

• Knowledge of institutional dining, batch cooking, and large-scale food preparation is beneficial.

• Strong understanding of menu development, food quality, presentation, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls.

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and general computer applications.

• Willingness to participate in client satisfaction initiatives and culinary improvement programs.

• ServSafe Certification highly preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced culinary leadership and showcase your creativity.

• Collaborative and supportive kitchen environment.

• Career growth and professional development opportunities.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

• Be part of an organization committed to culinary excellence, innovation, and exceptional hospitality.