Lead Sous Chef (PM Schedule)

Jeffrey Miller Hospitality; Upper Darby (Delaware County); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare

PTO

Holidays

Profit-Sharing

Descripción de la vacante

Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group in Lansdowne, PA, is seeking a talented full-time lead sous chef to join Sparrow Cuisine’s aviation culinary team.

The lead oversees kitchen operations including inventory control, menu development, and staff training, with a PM schedule from 2pm to 10pm and other shifts potentially available. Located in Lansdowne, PA, this role requires 3+ years of culinary experience with leadership in catering or aviation, as well as strong food safety knowledge and

Formación

• 3+ years of culinary experience; leadership experience in catering or aviation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and SERV Safe guidelines for food handling.

Responsabilidades

• Kitchen Oversight: coordinate daily prep schedules, delegate tasks, train prep staff, and maintain quality control.
• Order Fulfillment: oversee accurate and timely completion of catering orders with precise portioning and presentation.
• Food Preparation: stock kitchen per par levels, prepare items per standardized recipes, handle custom requests.
• Collaboration: work with Aviation Catering Manager to refine menus and ensure consistency.
• Team Support: assist packer with orders and drivers during peak periods.
• Health & Safety: follow HACCP/SERV Safe guidelines and keep workstation clean and organized.

Conocimientos

Culinary leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety knowledge

Team training

Communication skills

Herramientas

SERV Safe

Descripción del empleo

Job Details

Job Location: JAM Shop - Lansdowne, PA 19050 Position Type: Full Time

Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group, a leader in high-quality hospitality and exceptional cuisine for events in the Tri-State area, is seeking a talented full-time lead sous chef to join our expanding aviation culinary team called Sparrow Cuisine whose mission is to elevate the inflight dining experience with innovative cuisine. The lead sous chef oversees kitchen operations including inventory control, menu development, and staff training.This role ensures high standards of food preparation and order fulfillment in a fluctuating environment in a PM schedule from 2pm - 10pm with other shifts potentially available.

Visit our website atwww.jamhospitality.comto learn more about our company, and please viewshort video on why JAM is a great place to work!https://vimeo.com/1012489292

Key Responsibilities

• Kitchen Oversight: Coordinate daily prep schedules and delegate tasks effectively at our commissary in Lansdowne, PA 19050. Implement prep and stock management guidelines, as necessary. Train prep staff on culinary procedures, food safety, and quality control.
• Order Fulfillment: Oversee the accurate and timely completion of all catering orders. Assemble meal components with precision and attention to detail to ensure consistency in portioning, presentation, and packaging.
• Food Preparation: Assist in stocking kitchen according to established par levels, prepare food items according to standardized recipes and specifications, and handle custom and off-menu requests as needed.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Aviation Catering Manager to refine and expand menu offerings and establish detailed recipes and preparation pars to ensure consistency and quality.
• Team Support: Assist the packer with order assembly and driver with deliveries, as necessary during peak periods.
• Health & Safety: Follow all HAACP and SERV Safe guidelines for food handling, storage, and sanitation. Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary experience; leadership experience in catering or aviation preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to commute to Lansdowne, PA.
• Proven ability to read and follow recipes, portioning guidelines, and detailed packaging specifications.
• Experience training, mentoring, and leading team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
• Able to handle, prepare, and cook with pork and alcohol.
• Embracing our diverse work environment and our company values of Teamwork, Growth, Integrity, Sustainability, Quality, and Humor.

Compensation & Schedule

• $25 – $30/hr depending on experience.
• PM Shift: 2pm-10pm with weekends as needed.
• Healthcare, PTO, Holidays, and Profit-Sharing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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