Lead Sous Chef: High-Volume Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Big Grove Brewery; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Grove Brewery is seeking a Sous Chef to work closely with the Chef de Cuisine to bring the vision to life in a high-volume kitchen. You will lead a fast-paced team, assist in menu development, control inventory and costs, ensure food safety, and train staff to uphold hospitality standards.

This role demands hands-on leadership, teamwork across departments, and a commitment to quality in a bustling brewery environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a full service kitchen.
• Strong menu development and costing skills.
• Ability to manage high-volume kitchen operations.
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Responsibilities

• Create raving fans of Big Grove through culinary experience.
• Assist in menu planning and development and keep up with culinary trends.
• Assist in menu costing and pricing; analyze performance and adjust as needed.
• Inventory controls: monitor costs, reduce waste, maintain records.
• We strive to hit location goals and maintain hospitality standards.
• Provide staff training and development on techniques, prep, and presentation.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

High-Volume Kitchen

Menu Development

Team Mentoring

Job description

Big Grove Brewery is seeking a Sous Chef to work closely with the Chef de Cuisine to bring the vision to life in a high-volume kitchen. You will lead a fast-paced team, assist in menu development, control inventory and costs, ensure food safety, and train staff to uphold hospitality standards.

This role demands hands-on leadership, teamwork across departments, and a commitment to quality in a bustling brewery environment.