Lead Sous Chef: Kitchen Ops & Menu Leader

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant - Rightlane LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant - Rightlane LLC in Philadelphia is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and timely service across all stations.

You will mentor line cooks, manage labor and food costs, uphold sanitation standards, and help develop new menu items that reflect Iron Hill’s culinary standards and guest expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of kitchen or culinary leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to prep, cook, and execute recipes consistently according to company standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Ability to manage labor, food cost, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety procedures.
• Understanding of ServSafe Manager Certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in the daily management of kitchen operations and staff performance.
• Ensure consistent execution, quality, and presentation of all food products.
• Cook and execute menu items during service, including grilling, sautéing, frying, baking, and pizza preparation.
• Assist with food preparation, line setup, and station organization.
• Provide support across all kitchen stations as needed during service.
• Conduct regular line checks and product evaluations to maintain food quality standards.
• Monitor kitchen sanitation practices to ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen storage areas.
• Supervise and support line cooks, prep cooks, and dish staff.
• Coach, train, and develop kitchen employees to improve performance and career growth.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety knowledge

Team development

Labor cost management

Strong organizational skills

Decision making under pressure

Communication in English

ServSafe Manager Certification

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant - Rightlane LLC in Philadelphia is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and timely service across all stations.

You will mentor line cooks, manage labor and food costs, uphold sanitation standards, and help develop new menu items that reflect Iron Hill’s culinary standards and guest expectations.