Executive Sous Chef 1: Lead High-Volume Kitchens

Parkhurst Dining; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Well-Being benefits

401(k) plan

Free meals during shift

Employee discounts at ENPHG brands

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our culinary leadership team. As second in command under the Executive Chef, you’ll manage a kitchen with annual volume of over $1.5M and lead daily operations, menu execution, inventory, and guest satisfaction.

You will help develop menus, monitor food costs, train hourly staff, and ensure safety and sanitation standards. This full-time position offers benefits and opportunities for growth within Eat’n Park Hospitality Group.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience, including 3+ years in culinary roles; degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Skilled in food preparation, menu planning, execution, and quality control.
• Ability to manage food costs, portion control, and waste reduction while adhering to budget guidelines.
• Experience supervising and training kitchen staff in safety, sanitation, and production practices.
• Strong focus on guest satisfaction and inter-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen as second-in-command to the Executive Chef.
• Oversee menu execution, inventory, and daily operations.
• Develop menus, monitor food costs, and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Menu planning

Budget & cost control

Staff supervision

Guest satisfaction

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our culinary leadership team. As second in command under the Executive Chef, you’ll manage a kitchen with annual volume of over $1.5M and lead daily operations, menu execution, inventory, and guest satisfaction.

You will help develop menus, monitor food costs, train hourly staff, and ensure safety and sanitation standards. This full-time position offers benefits and opportunities for growth within Eat’n Park Hospitality Group.