Sous Chef

Giant Eagle is a leading grocery retailer committed to nourishing life’s moments, big and small, by providing exceptional quality, service, and everyday value to its customers. With a strong emphasis on compassion, care, and respect among team members and within the communities it serves, Giant Eagle creates an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and make meaningful contributions. The company encourages personal and professional growth, offering ample opportunities for career advancement while fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence. Giant Eagle stands out not only for its products but also for the integrity and dedication demonstrated by its team members, which drives the company’s success and lasting relationships with customers.

The role of the Sous Chef at Giant Eagle is pivotal in maintaining high standards of food preparation and kitchen management. The Sous Chef will assist with ordering materials and supplies, menu planning, and inventory control while implementing sanitation, cost, and quality control programs. This role requires leadership skills to direct and coordinate the work of kitchen team members, ensuring that all food is prepared according to safety and quality guidelines. The Sous Chef is also expected to provide innovative ideas to foster business growth while exceeding customer expectations and maximizing company profits.

The Sous Chef will often lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Prepared Foods Team Leader, taking full responsibility for kitchen operations temporarily. This position demands dedication to food safety, cost control, and customer service excellence. The Sous Chef will provide training, direction, and mentorship to kitchen staff, helping to cultivate a professional and efficient work environment. This role also involves maintaining accurate records, monitoring budgets, managing food inventories, and ensuring that all equipment used meets company standards for food safety and presentation.

Candidates for this role should have between 1 to 3 years of culinary experience, with prior management experience and strong food preparation skills being highly desirable. Familiarity with food safety practices, including ServSafe certification (preferred but not mandatory), is important to ensure compliance with all health regulations. The position expects the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and requires at least 18 years of age. Travel requirements are minimal and regional, less than 10% of the time. Day-to-day responsibilities will include supporting a culture of safety, practicing suggestive selling, actively participating in diversity and inclusion, and maintaining the highest integrity in all customer interactions.

The hiring range for this position is $21.50 per hour/year, and compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, and location. Eligible employees may be offered a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance, personal/sick paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan with bonus potential, paid bereavement, vacation, and paid holidays. Giant Eagle is an employer that values its team members’ growth, safety, and sense of belonging, inviting passionate culinary professionals to advance their careers in a dynamic and rewarding work environment.