Kitchen Lead & Food Safety Champion

Mecha Noodle Bar; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Landed is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef in Philadelphia to lead kitchen operations, ensure safe, high-quality food preparation, and uphold sanitation standards. You will supervise line cooks, manage inventory, coordinate with suppliers, and uphold all health and hygiene regulations.

Join a team focused on consistency, efficiency, and culinary excellence while training staff, reducing waste, and maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment to meet DOH standards.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in related food service positions required.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Proficient interpersonal relations and cooperative teamwork.
• Ability to work in high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees kitchen and back-of-house operations to ensure safe, efficient food prep.
• Oversees stocking, ordering, and purchasing of ingredients to minimize waste.
• Maintains and inspects kitchen equipment and utensils; recommends repairs as needed.
• Motivates team to maintain productive, positive work environment.
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and hygiene codes; DOH score 95+.
• Maintains clean work area; cleans equipment used in food prep.
• Performs food temperature checks before service.
• Works on the line, prep, and quality control as required.

Skills

Food service experience

Following instructions

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under stress

Job description

Landed is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef in Philadelphia to lead kitchen operations, ensure safe, high-quality food preparation, and uphold sanitation standards. You will supervise line cooks, manage inventory, coordinate with suppliers, and uphold all health and hygiene regulations.

Join a team focused on consistency, efficiency, and culinary excellence while training staff, reducing waste, and maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment to meet DOH standards.