Sous Chef Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least 4 years of progressive experience in high-volume food production, catering, or a related environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior supervisory or kitchen leadership experience in a food service environment.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Must maintain a valid Food Handler’s Permit.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience preparing food using standard recipes and production methods in a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, handle equipment, and lift up to 55 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in food preparation, nutrition, hospitality, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food preparation and help keep kitchen operations organized and ready for service.
• Ensure standard recipes and production methods are followed and maintain food quality, portioning, temperature control, and presentation standards.
• Support planning and directing production as needed.
• Coordinate workflow, production timing, and order efficiency during service.
• Monitor production levels and manage inventory flow, stock levels, and product rotation while minimizing waste.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow food-safety, sanitation, and food-handling standards.
• Check food temperatures, prepare orders, and track supplies.
• Follow kitchen procedures, production systems, and equipment guidelines.
• Communicate production needs, quality standards, and kitchen operations clearly.
• Maintain consistency as priorities, service demands, and production levels change.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development opportunities.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation / Paid Time Off.
• Depending on length of service, hours worked, applicable collective bargaining agreement, and/or Company policy, benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).