Sous Chef - Glen Mills

Wilmington, DE, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $47,900.00 - $64,600.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

scholarship program

Employee Referral Program

flexible schedule

growth opportunities

eco-conscious company

Seasonal menu

competitive pay

Job Description

Harvest Seasonal Grill is a dynamic restaurant company committed to delivering a farm-to-table dining experience that celebrates the best of seasonal ingredients. Founded with the mission to help create a brighter tomorrow, Harvest emphasizes sustainability, community, and optimism within its company culture. The restaurant prides itself on innovation in its culinary offerings, continuously evolving its menu to highlight fresh, local produce while maintaining high standards of food quality and guest service. Harvest is dedicated to fostering growth and development opportunities for its team members, ensuring a workplace that values expertise, creativity, and collaboration. As the company continues to expand, it is focused on welcoming passionate talent who share its dedication to quality and sustainable gastronomy.

The Sous Chef role at Harvest Seasonal Grill is an exciting opportunity for experienced culinary professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef and management team to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency in food preparation and presentation while maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and safety. This role requires a culinary artisan with leadership capabilities, able to recruit, train, and motivate kitchen staff while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to managing the back-of-house team, the Sous Chef will contribute creatively to seasonal menu planning, develop unique specials that spotlight fresh, seasonal ingredients, and support a smoothly operating kitchen during service hours. This position offers competitive pay and the opportunity for career advancement within a rapidly growing company.

Harvest Seasonal Grill seeks individuals committed to upholding the brand’s hospitality culture and standards, demonstrating a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for culinary excellence. The team environment at Harvest encourages collaboration across departments, including servers, bartenders, and support staff, to ensure an outstanding guest dining experience. Candidates for the Sous Chef position must be adaptable, able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and proactive in resolving operational challenges. This role is perfect for chefs who are not only skilled cooks but also effective leaders and educators, helping to elevate the entire kitchen team while aligning with Harvest's mission of sustainability and community engagement.

Job Requirements

Culinary diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in a sous chef or similar role
Experience in managing kitchen staff and operations
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks

Job Qualifications

Proven experience as a sous chef or relevant role in a high-volume kitchen
Strong culinary skills with a focus on seasonal and farm-to-table cuisine
Experience in menu development and recipe creation
Excellent leadership and team management abilities
Ability to work efficiently under pressure
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Culinary degree or relevant certification is preferred
Passion for sustainability and local ingredient sourcing
Ability to train and mentor kitchen staff

Job Duties

Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient service in a fast-paced, high-standards environment
Develop specials that highlight seasonal ingredients and offer guests unique, exciting options beyond the seasonally changing menu
Contribute ideas and development support for seasonal menu planning
Work efficiently during service while maintaining food quality and consistency
Recruit, onboard, train, schedule, and supervise back-of-house staff
Support the Chef in daily kitchen operations and service execution
Lead and supervise kitchen staff during shifts, ensuring standards are met
Cook on the line as needed while maintaining quality, consistency, and timing
Assist with training, coaching, and development of kitchen team members
Ensure recipes, portioning, and presentation standards are followed
Monitor food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness throughout the kitchen
Assist with prep planning, inventory, ordering, and product rotation
Help manage labor, food waste, and overall kitchen efficiency
Step in to resolve issues during service and support smooth operations
Communicate effectively with the chef, kitchen team, servers, bartenders, support staff, and managers to ensure smooth service flow
Follow proper food handling, storage, and labeling procedures
Maintain cleanliness and organization of station, equipment, and work areas
Use kitchen equipment safely and properly
Assist with prep, cleaning, and kitchen side work as needed
Support menu rollouts, seasonal changes, and staff education in collaboration with Management Team
Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
Uphold Harvest’s brand, service standards, hospitality culture and policies
Assist with opening and closing duties and other side work
Perform additional duties as needed to support kitchen and restaurant operations