Lead Sous Chef – Pre-Opening Resort Kitchen

BENCHMARK; Wisconsin Dells (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with employer match

Associate discounts & family perks

Free employee meals

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is opening Dellshire Resort's Dawn Manor in Wisconsin Dells, seeking a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team across all outlets. You will help maintain high culinary standards, oversee banquet operations, and drive labor and cost controls in a fast-paced, pre-opening environment.

You will train and develop staff, support menu execution, and collaborate with F&B leadership to ensure exceptional guest experiences while maintaining Dellshire’s standards and service culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a hotel, resort, or high-volume culinary operation preferred.
• Experience overseeing multiple outlets and banquet operations strongly preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience required.
• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Culinary in overseeing culinary operations across all resort outlets, including restaurants, banquets, and special events.
• Provide leadership and direction to culinary team members, including supervisors, cooks, and stewards.
• Work on the line as needed to support service periods, high-volume operations, and staffing needs.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion standards across all outlets.
• Support menu execution, recipe adherence, and food production planning.
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and productivity standards.
• Monitor food costs, waste, and inventory levels to support financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory management of food products.
• Train, coach, and develop culinary team members to improve skills and performance.
• Support banquet and catering execution, including large-scale events and group functions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Uphold Dellshire Resort standards, culture, and service expectations at all times.

Skills

Sous Chef

Leadership

Banquets

Food cost controls

Staff development

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is opening Dellshire Resort's Dawn Manor in Wisconsin Dells, seeking a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team across all outlets. You will help maintain high culinary standards, oversee banquet operations, and drive labor and cost controls in a fast-paced, pre-opening environment.

You will train and develop staff, support menu execution, and collaborate with F&B leadership to ensure exceptional guest experiences while maintaining Dellshire’s standards and service culture.