Opening Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Menu Development

Hersheypark; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Hersheypark admission

Employee discounts

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar in downtown Hershey, PA 17033, USA, is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to manage staff, oversee food preparation, safety, and presentation. You will drive menu costing, supervise day-to-day kitchen operations, and ensure high-quality dishes.

This full-time role offers benefits, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to a flagship venue in Hershey. Applicants must have culinary background and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen staff in high-volume environments.
• High school diploma or GED; culinary degree preferred.
• ServSafe and allergen certifications are desirable.
• Must have valid driver's license and be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food preparation, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen.
• Interview, train, schedule, coach, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Drive menu development and maintain updated costing.
• Analyze recipes and plate presentation.
• Order food and requisition supplies.
• Control food inventory and labor costs.
• Maintain equipment and submit service requests.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Menu costing

Inventory control

Staff training

Communication

Microsoft Excel

POS systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree - Culinary Arts

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Job description

Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar in downtown Hershey, PA 17033, USA, is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to manage staff, oversee food preparation, safety, and presentation. You will drive menu costing, supervise day-to-day kitchen operations, and ensure high-quality dishes.

This full-time role offers benefits, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to a flagship venue in Hershey. Applicants must have culinary background and leadership skills.