Innovative Sous Chef - Menu Development & Leadership

NMS; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NMS in Homer, Alaska is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations under the Executive Chef. You will assist menu development, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure high-quality, nutritious, and diverse meals while upholding food safety standards.

You will manage inventory, control costs, maintain sanitation, and ensure consistent plate presentation. The role requires at least 3 years of sous chef experience, a High School diploma or GED, ServSafe/food handler certification, and a

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have or obtain a Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certification contingent upon 30 days of hire.
• Three (3) years of documented Sous Chef experience within a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality setting.

Responsibilities

• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and consistently complies with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Prepares a variety of proteins such as wild game, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of traditional foods.
• Ensures all catering activities and services are provided in a high quality, consistent, and cost-effective manner.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Meets with supervisors to discuss daily menus, issues, and problems.
• Supports an effective safety program.
• Must be able to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• This position may be responsible for the supervision of staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Management Team.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Menu development

Leadership

Kitchen supervision

Education

High School diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Food production equipment

Job description

NMS in Homer, Alaska is seeking a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations under the Executive Chef. You will assist menu development, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure high-quality, nutritious, and diverse meals while upholding food safety standards.

You will manage inventory, control costs, maintain sanitation, and ensure consistent plate presentation. The role requires at least 3 years of sous chef experience, a High School diploma or GED, ServSafe/food handler certification, and a