Sous Chef – Leadership Track (Steady Role with Growth Opportunity)

Iacofano Group, LLC • Brook Park, OH

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Iacofano’s Catering & Events is hiring a Sous Chef – Leadership Track for our Cleveland (Brook Park / 44128) location. This is a hands-on leadership role in a high-volume catering kitchen where consistency, organization, and execution are critical. You will lead kitchen teams, support daily production, and help ensure all food meets quality and timing standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior-level cook
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food production
• Ability to lead teams and manage high-volume production
• Ability to follow and enforce systems and procedures
• Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally (quarterly)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in catering or high-volume kitchens
• Experience training and developing staff
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Lead and support kitchen teams during daily production
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Train and develop cooks (Cook 1 ? Cook 2 ? Cook 3)
• Maintain kitchen systems, processes, and organization
• Support Expo/QA and logistics coordination when needed
• Assist with scheduling and production planning
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Travel occasionally to support other locations

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Holiday pay at time and a half
• Free employee meals
• Overtime opportunities available

What This Job Offers

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