Leadership Sous Chef: Menu Forecasting & Kitchen Growth

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Oak Grove (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Oak Grove, KY is seeking a Sous Chef to direct and guide the kitchen staff and diverse food portfolio, driving guest satisfaction and profitability. This role reports to culinary leadership and collaborates with F&B for optimized operations.

The position requires 2–5 years of kitchen leadership experience, a 4-year related degree or equivalent, and the ability to obtain a Kentucky racing and gaming license, with strong focus on high-pace, high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Two to five years’ experience as a Sous chef, pastry chef, or restaurant chef with a 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Valid health certifications, if required
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky racing and gaming license

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen staff and operations to support guest experience and profitability.
• Forecast menus based on customer counts and holidays; post forecasts for all kitchen team members.
• Review staffing levels to maintain budgeted labor and delegate duties as necessary.
• Advise and train staff; participate in hiring, onboarding and evaluations.
• Improve service execution, ticket times, and the production schedule.
• Maintain portion sizes, quality standards, and sanitary practices.
• Ensure safety and security of employees and guests; reduce loss time injuries.
• Enforce company policies and procedures; build vendor relationships.
• Analyze sales data and meet with culinary leadership as needed.

Job description

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Oak Grove, KY is seeking a Sous Chef to direct and guide the kitchen staff and diverse food portfolio, driving guest satisfaction and profitability. This role reports to culinary leadership and collaborates with F&B for optimized operations.

The position requires 2–5 years of kitchen leadership experience, a 4-year related degree or equivalent, and the ability to obtain a Kentucky racing and gaming license, with strong focus on high-pace, high-quality output.