Lead Sous Chef — Creative Kitchen Leader

Ascent Hospitality; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k with employer MATCH

Paid PTO

Uniforms Provided

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality is seeking a uniquely qualified Sous Chef to partner with the head chef in Huntsville, AL, managing daily kitchen activities, staff oversight, and menu preparation for high-quality, cost-conscious dishes.

You will supervise inventory, enforce FIFO, train new cooks, and ensure all health and safety standards are maintained. The role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a passion for guest satisfaction across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills essential.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification within 30 days (if not certified).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with focus on customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the kitchen and oversee the preparation and presentation of foods by ensuring items are prepared to specifications.
• Oversee kitchen stock and ingredients management.
• Maintain FIFO and proper dating for quality assurance of all products.
• Keep cooking stations stocked, especially during peak hours.
• Hire and train new kitchen staff to standard.
• Manage food and product ordering and minimize waste; supervise all food prep and presentation.
• Collaborate with head chef to maintain kitchen organization and staff training.
• Ensure storage units meet standards and are well managed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English fluency

Food safety

Inventory management

Staff training

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Two years’ experience in a similar role

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

Ascent Hospitality is seeking a uniquely qualified Sous Chef to partner with the head chef in Huntsville, AL, managing daily kitchen activities, staff oversight, and menu preparation for high-quality, cost-conscious dishes.

You will supervise inventory, enforce FIFO, train new cooks, and ensure all health and safety standards are maintained. The role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a passion for guest satisfaction across shifts.