Executive Sous Chef: Lead Kitchens & Growth

parkhurst; University Heights (OH); On-site; USD 1,510,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkhurst Dining is seeking an Executive Sous Chef 1 to join our culinary leadership team. As the second in command under the Executive Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, guide hourly staff, manage production, and contribute to menu development across a busy program that supports multiple guests each day.

This full-time role requires 5+ years in the kitchen (3+ in culinary roles), strong food-cost control, and a track record of safety and sanitation excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, including 3+ years in culinary roles.
• Skilled in food preparation, menu planning, execution, and quality control.
• Ability to manage food costs, portions, and waste while adhering to budget guidelines.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff in safety, sanitation, and production practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of meals for guests and maintain food inventory.
• Adjust food production to meet fresh ingredient availability and demand.
• Supervise hourly team members on a day-to-day basis and lead in absence of the Executive Chef.
• Contribute to menu development, supply monitoring and ordering, staffing, and guest satisfaction with culinary offerings.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu planning

Budget management

Team 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 the second in command under the Executive Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, guide hourly staff, manage production, and contribute to menu development across a busy program that supports multiple guests each day.

This full-time role requires 5+ years in the kitchen (3+ in culinary roles), strong food-cost control, and a track record of safety and sanitation excellence.