Executive Sous Chef I - Lead Kitchen & Growth

Parkhurst Dining Services, Inc.; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time schedule

Health & retirement

Career growth

Free meals

Employee discount

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our management team in a fast-paced culinary environment. The role supports the Executive Chef, leads kitchen operations, and ensures quality and cost controls while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You'll oversee menu execution, inventory, training of hourly staff, and collaboration with other departments to uphold our core values and standards across ENPHG locations.

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, menu responsiveness, and maintaining cooperative relationships across departments

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of meals and maintain high quality standards
• Lead kitchen operations, inventory management, and food production
• Assist with menu development and supply monitoring/order placement
• Supervise and train hourly staff and ensure safety and sanitation
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction and cost control

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Cost control

Staff supervision

Guest satisfaction

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our management team in a fast-paced culinary environment. The role supports the Executive Chef, leads kitchen operations, and ensures quality and cost controls while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You'll oversee menu execution, inventory, training of hourly staff, and collaboration with other departments to uphold our core values and standards across ENPHG locations.