Executive Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Growth

Parkhurst Dining Services, Inc.; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Free meals during shift

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our team and lead kitchen operations in a high-volume setting. Reports to the Executive Chef and acts as second in command, owning a cost center and ensuring guest satisfaction with culinary offerings.

The role includes menu development, staff supervision, inventory management, and daily production oversight to maintain Parkhurst Gold Standards and deliver exceptional meals for guests.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional culinary experience, with leadership roles
• Ability to manage food costs, portions, and waste within budget
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and enforcing safety and sanitation standards

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and menu execution
• Monitor inventory and supply levels; adjust production to ingredient availability
• Lead and develop kitchen staff; ensure high-quality, guest-focused service

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Food cost control

Staff training

Guest satisfaction

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our team and lead kitchen operations in a high-volume setting. Reports to the Executive Chef and acts as second in command, owning a cost center and ensuring guest satisfaction with culinary offerings.

The role includes menu development, staff supervision, inventory management, and daily production oversight to maintain Parkhurst Gold Standards and deliver exceptional meals for guests.