Lead Sous Chef — Menu Innovation & Team Leadership

Villa-Roma; Lower Beechwood (NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

401k

Meal during shift

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center in Callicoon, NY, is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations under the Executive Chef. This role emphasizes culinary excellence, staff supervision, menu development, and maintaining high standards of food safety and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of sous chef or leadership kitchen experience, proficiency in cost control and training, ServSafe certification or plan to obtain it within 90 days, and the ability to work flexible

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional kitchen leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and menu planning.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff and ensure food safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in menu planning, food preparation, inventory control, and staff supervision.
• Coordinate daily kitchen operations and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Train and develop line cooks and kitchen personnel; manage performance evaluations.
• Contribute to seasonal menu development and guest-focused dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu planning

Staff training

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or certification

ServSafe certification

Job description

Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center in Callicoon, NY, is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations under the Executive Chef. This role emphasizes culinary excellence, staff supervision, menu development, and maintaining high standards of food safety and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of sous chef or leadership kitchen experience, proficiency in cost control and training, ServSafe certification or plan to obtain it within 90 days, and the ability to work flexible