Italian Cuisine Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menu

Keswick; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Keswick in Baltimore is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in a fine dining kitchen. This full-time role focuses on Italian-inspired menus, high quality plating, and maintaining top hygiene and food safety standards.

You will lead kitchen staff during service, manage inventory, coordinate with suppliers, and contribute to menu development and process improvements to ensure an exceptional dining experience for residents and guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as Sous Chef in fine dining or upscale restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and menu planning.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse kitchen team under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and developing Italian-inspired menus reflecting seasonality and creativity.
• Supervise daily kitchen operations including food prep, cooking and plating for consistency.
• Manage staff schedules, training and performance to maintain efficiency.
• Ensure hygiene, safety and sanitation standards comply with health regulations.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste for cost control.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Italian cuisine

Food prep & recipe development

Kitchen management

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Keswick in Baltimore is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in a fine dining kitchen. This full-time role focuses on Italian-inspired menus, high quality plating, and maintaining top hygiene and food safety standards.

You will lead kitchen staff during service, manage inventory, coordinate with suppliers, and contribute to menu development and process improvements to ensure an exceptional dining experience for residents and guests.