Sous Chef - Leadership Track (Growth Opportunity)

Columbia, SC, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $22.00 - $26.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

401(k) with Company Match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Holiday pay at time and a half
Free Employee Meals
Overtime opportunities

Job Description

Iacofano's Catering & Events is a prominent catering company known for delivering high-quality culinary services to a broad range of clients. Based primarily in Columbia, this company has a reputation for excellence in event catering, providing exceptional food and impeccable service. As a growing operation with several locations, Iacofano's commits to consistent quality and efficient kitchen operations across all its venues, cultivating a professional and dynamic work environment focused on team collaboration and leadership development. With a focus on expansion and building strong kitchen teams, the company offers career advancement opportunities, emphasizing leadership roles in the culinary field. These values reflect Iacofano's mission to elevate catering standards while nurturing talent within the industry.

The Sous Chef - Leadership Track position at Iacofano's Catering & Events Columbia location is a hands-on leadership role placed in a high-volume catering kitchen. This role is essential for maintaining the consistency, quality, and efficiency that the company is known for. The Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations by leading and managing production teams, ensuring food quality and presentation standards, and fostering staff development. This full-time leadership role is designed for someone motivated by career growth, with a clear pathway to executive chef and other leadership positions in the company. It also involves occasional travel to assist with operations, training, and maintaining standards at other kitchen locations, broadening the candidate's experience and involvement in the company's expansion. Pay ranges from $22 to $26 per hour based on experience, accompanied by robust benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, holiday pay, and employee meals. This position offers a unique opportunity for culinary professionals eager to advance their leadership skills within a fast-paced, high-volume culinary environment while contributing to a growing business with long-term prospects.

Job 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)

Job Qualifications

  • 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
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Interest in growing into a Chef or leadership role
  • Experience in catering or high-volume kitchens
  • Experience training and developing staff
  • ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain

Job Duties

  • 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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