Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $24.00
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) plan with Company Match
Paid parental leave
paid bereavement
on-demand pay program
meal plan
Employee Discounts
Tuition Discount
Holiday pay
Paid sick leave
Job Description
SSA is a respected leader in the hospitality industry with a legacy spanning over 50 years. The company specializes in partnering with cultural attractions to design exceptional hospitality experience journeys, which allow their partners to stay mission-focused while SSA takes care of the guest experience. SSA integrates admissions, culinary services, and retail operations to create a seamless and innovative guest journey driven by human connection and operational intelligence. Their approach, known as 452 Hospitality, emphasizes people, innovation, and operational intelligence to craft memorable moments that leave a lasting impact on guests and communities.
This role of Sous Chef is a key leadership position within SSA’s culinary team. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef is entrusted with upholding the values of 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for guests and clients alike. This full-time, non-exempt position involves overseeing the preparation of high-quality food products across events and food service locations. The Sous Chef plays a pivotal role in menu pricing and preparation, estimating food consumption needs for events, and supervising kitchen staff. In addition, the role demands enforcing food safety standards, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
The Sous Chef also manages inventory, payroll, and controllable expenses under established guidelines while championing sustainable culinary practices by incorporating eco-friendly resources into menu selections. They provide leadership through training, coaching, and problem resolution, fostering a positive team environment aligned with SSA’s inclusive culture. The role requires flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the dynamic nature of the food service industry.
SSA is committed to promoting inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging (IDEA + Belonging) within its teams, removing barriers, and empowering growth opportunities for its employees. The Sous Chef participates in these efforts by promoting an inclusive atmosphere, supporting sustainability and conservation efforts, and engaging in community involvement initiatives. This position offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, on-demand pay programs, meal plans, tuition discounts, holiday pay, and paid sick leave compliant with state and local laws. SSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in hiring practices, welcoming candidates from backgrounds of all kinds to strengthen its collective impact.
This role of Sous Chef is a key leadership position within SSA’s culinary team. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef is entrusted with upholding the values of 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for guests and clients alike. This full-time, non-exempt position involves overseeing the preparation of high-quality food products across events and food service locations. The Sous Chef plays a pivotal role in menu pricing and preparation, estimating food consumption needs for events, and supervising kitchen staff. In addition, the role demands enforcing food safety standards, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
The Sous Chef also manages inventory, payroll, and controllable expenses under established guidelines while championing sustainable culinary practices by incorporating eco-friendly resources into menu selections. They provide leadership through training, coaching, and problem resolution, fostering a positive team environment aligned with SSA’s inclusive culture. The role requires flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the dynamic nature of the food service industry.
SSA is committed to promoting inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging (IDEA + Belonging) within its teams, removing barriers, and empowering growth opportunities for its employees. The Sous Chef participates in these efforts by promoting an inclusive atmosphere, supporting sustainability and conservation efforts, and engaging in community involvement initiatives. This position offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, on-demand pay programs, meal plans, tuition discounts, holiday pay, and paid sick leave compliant with state and local laws. SSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in hiring practices, welcoming candidates from backgrounds of all kinds to strengthen its collective impact.
Job Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to articulate to our client General Manager and HQ personnel
- Three years of food preparation experience
- ServSafe or Food Handling Certified
- Knowledge of HAACP
- Culinary training must be 18 or older
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbs) as necessary to operate and perform all functions as set forth above
- Ability to work varied hours days including nights weekends and holidays as needed
Job Qualifications
- Proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building development while fostering partnerships
- Exceptional problem-solving decision-making skills combined with the ability to be organized
- Demonstrated proficiency in knife handling and cutting techniques
- Demonstrates financial management merchandising analytical planning and leadership skills
- Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions
Job Duties
- Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm welcoming and memorable experiences for every guest and client
- Create competitive quality products
- Supervise and participate in creating high-quality products for events and food service locations
- Assist in menu pricing and preparation
- Estimate food consumption for events and request necessary products
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques
- Train coach counsel and resolve problems
- Comply with all food safety regulations and practices
- Implement and enforce sanitary practices for food handling general cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas
- Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations
- Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures
- Support the management of payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines
- Oversee quality product levels and inventory of products
- Manage employees in accordance with state and federal laws
- Incorporate sustainable resources into the culinary selections
- Perform specialty projects as assigned by the Executive Chef
- Respond to guest requests and take action to ensure client satisfaction
- Perform other tasks as deemed necessary
- Maintain a clean safe and organized work environment
- Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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