Lead Sous Chef: Train, Prep & Elevate Menus

Greenwood Hospitality Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenwood Hospitality Group is seeking a Sous Chef to train, supervise, and actively participate in all kitchen production areas to uphold high standards of quality. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring proper food prep, and maintaining safety and sanitation across all stations.

You will schedule staff, manage production flow, and ensure accurate receiving, storage, and rotation of ingredients per health codes. Strong math skills and the ability to read and follow recipes are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; culinary training preferred.
• Minimum two years experience as Restaurant Chef/Supervisor.
• Ability to obtain required licenses.
• Grooming standards must be followed.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise kitchen staff in menu item preparation and safety.
• Inspect ingredients and ensure freshness and proper storage.
• Schedule staff to maintain coverage and control payroll.
• Monitor production flow to meet cost and quality controls.
• Maintain menu specs, recipes, and production forecasts.
• Ensure equipment is clean and functional; report repairs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Math skills

English literacy

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Apprenticeship

Job description

Greenwood Hospitality Group is seeking a Sous Chef to train, supervise, and actively participate in all kitchen production areas to uphold high standards of quality. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring proper food prep, and maintaining safety and sanitation across all stations.

You will schedule staff, manage production flow, and ensure accurate receiving, storage, and rotation of ingredients per health codes. Strong math skills and the ability to read and follow recipes are essential.