Interim Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Quest Food Management Services Llc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services Llc in Chicago, IL is seeking an Interim Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and ensure service excellence. This full-time role requires a strong background in lead/line cooking and adherence to safety standards.

You will plan and present menu items, manage production lists, supervise staff, and uphold HACCP guidelines while maintaining quality and efficiency in a high-volume cafeteria setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in culinary arts or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years lead/line cook experience.
• Meet state and local certification requirements (Food Handler).
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations and supervise staff.
• Plan, prepare and present menu items to established standards.
• Develop production lists and assist in menu planning.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation per HACCP guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Education

Associate's degree in culinary arts

Food Handler certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Quest Food Management Services Llc in Chicago, IL is seeking an Interim Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and ensure service excellence. This full-time role requires a strong background in lead/line cooking and adherence to safety standards.

You will plan and present menu items, manage production lists, supervise staff, and uphold HACCP guidelines while maintaining quality and efficiency in a high-volume cafeteria setting.