Lead Sous Chef: High-Volume Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Thompson Hospitality Corp.; Princess Anne (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k), matched up to 4%

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets,

Restaurants

Discounted meal plan for employees atH

Job summary

Thompson Hospitality is supporting the University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Dining Facility in Princess Anne, MD, with a Sous Chef role to assist the Executive Chef in daily operations and ensure top-quality dining for students, faculty, and staff.

You will oversee food preparation, contribute to menu creation, enforce food safety standards, and help lead a diverse kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent 2 years’ experience in a culinary leadership role.
• Proven experience in a high-volume food service environment, preferably in a leadership capacity at a contract food service account.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques, menu development, and food safety standards.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to handle a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on diverse, cost-effective menus considering nutrition and sustainability.
• Supervise food preparation, ensuring consistent, flavorful, high-quality dishes.
• Assist in staff recruitment, training, and supervision to foster a positive work environment and skill development.
• Monitor food production for quality and safety, adhering to regulations and university policies.
• Manage inventory, control costs, and reduce waste through portion control and menu planning.
• Stay current on culinary trends and techniques, seeking continuous improvement in culinary operations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary knowledge

Food safety

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Thompson Hospitality is supporting the University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Dining Facility in Princess Anne, MD, with a Sous Chef role to assist the Executive Chef in daily operations and ensure top-quality dining for students, faculty, and staff.

You will oversee food preparation, contribute to menu creation, enforce food safety standards, and help lead a diverse kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.