Catering Sous Chef

SSA Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team at a cultural attraction. This exciting role involves creating high-quality culinary experiences, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills, alongside a commitment to sustainability and innovation in the kitchen. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers opportunities for professional growth, all while contributing to memorable guest experiences in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Training and Career Development

Tuition Discount

Meal Plan

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of food preparation experience required.
• Must possess ServSafe or Food Handling Certification.
• Ability to work varied hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Create high quality products for events and food service locations.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff while ensuring food safety.
• Manage payroll and maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Culinary Training

ServSafe or Food Handling Certification

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

Denver Zoo, Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:59 AM

SOUS CHEF

SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue opportunities for partners across the United States. With 50 years in the business, SSA has refined the basics while pioneering better ways forward. With pillars of focus like sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, SSA is transforming the cultural attraction industry.

SSA was built by families, for families, with a family’s sense of love and dedication. We don’t just rely on the best practices in our industry, we customize best practices for each partner to set the bar higher and higher, always. We do all we can to further the mission of our partners because their guests and the communities they serve deserve it.

Reporting Relationship

The Sous Chef reports directly to the Executive Chef.

Responsibilities

• Perform the steps of SSA EXTRA Guest Service to ensure a memorable experience 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/or dining areas.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures.
• Support management of payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines.
• Oversee quality, product levels, and inventory of product.
• 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 Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to our client, General Manager and HQ personnel.
• 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.
• 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.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Previous Experience

• Three years food preparation experience.
• ServSafe or Food Handling Certified.
• Knowledge of HAACP.
• Culinary training, must be 18 or older.

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. The General Manager reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments).

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly, Non-Exempt. Pay is based on range in consideration of relevant job experience and certification/education.
• Paid Time Off.
• Medical | Dental | Vision.
• Supplemental Insurance.
• Training and Career Development.
• Tuition Discount through Partnership College.
• Meal Plan & Employee Discounts.

SSA Group, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity through our commitment to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.