Lead Sous Chef — Growth‑Driven Kitchen Leader

schultehotelcareers; Whitefield (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Telemedicine & Mental Health

Health and Life Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Schulte Companies is seeking an energetic, experienced Sous Chef to join our hospitality team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in kitchen operations, menu planning, and ensuring guest satisfaction while maintaining cost controls and staff development.

You will be part of a company with a robust benefits package and a commitment to employee growth. As a culinary leader, you will oversee food preparation, supervise staff, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a culinary leadership role.
• Food safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and adjacent areas.
• Creative menu planning to adjust to guest needs.
• Overseeing food preparation.
• Checking quality of food deliveries.
• Ordering all food and cleaning supplies and maintaining proper supply levels.
• Maintaining costs within budget levels.
• Manage labor costs, schedules and productivity.
• Hiring, coaching and disciplining direct reports.
• Interacting positively and professionally with guests to resolve issues.
• Acting as Manager on duty as required.
• Perform various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Guest satisfaction

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Food safety certification preferred

Job description

Schulte Companies is seeking an energetic, experienced Sous Chef to join our hospitality team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in kitchen operations, menu planning, and ensuring guest satisfaction while maintaining cost controls and staff development.

You will be part of a company with a robust benefits package and a commitment to employee growth. As a culinary leader, you will oversee food preparation, supervise staff, and collaborate with