Sous Chef

Arbor Day Foundation • Nebraska City, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Does the opportunity to devote your talents to a cause much greater than yourself excite you? At Arbor Day Farm, you don’t just show up to work — you help create experiences rooted in purpose, service, and impact. Life is short, love where you work. As one of the world’s largest conservation organizations, the Arbor Day Foundation inspires people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. Through Arbor Day Farm, Lied Lodge, Tree Adventure, and our historic properties, we bring that mission to life — welcoming guests to experience conservation firsthand. Join Arbor Day Farm as a Sous Chef and help create meaningful guest experiences while advancing the Foundation’s mission right here in Nebraska City. Your Support System: You’ll report to our Director of Food and Beverage. You’ll collaborate with leaders and team members across the property, including Timbers and Banquets. We believe in servant leadership, open communication, and growing talent from within.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to coach, support, and develop kitchen team members.
• Positive energy. A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Culinary expertise. Knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations, with 1+ years of related experience.
• Strong communication. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational mindset. Able to prioritize tasks, manage time, and maintain attention to detail.
• Commitment to high standards — because good enough is not good enough.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create new menu options based on seasonal changes and customer demand.
• Assisting with the preparation and planning of meal designs.
• Supervise: Establish training plans, engage team members, performance evaluation, scheduling, staffing, and inventory.
• Implement: Always adhering to safety and sanitation regulations, training new team members in these areas.
• Manage: In the Executive Chef’s absence, you are running the kitchen and managing the staff with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Provide Support: To junior kitchen employees with various tasks, including line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage paired with wellness incentives.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• One complimentary meal per day.
• Property-wide events and experiences throughout the year.
• Free access to Tree Adventure, plus discounts on overnight stays, retail, dining at Timbers and Porters, golf, and more.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, floating holiday, and end-of-year floating holiday hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed