Passion-Driven Sous Chef | Lead Kitchen Growth

First Meridian Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus potential

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

RTD EcoPass or employee parking

401(k) after 6 months

Skyport employee discounts

PTO accrual with tenure

7 holidays per year

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

First Meridian Services, Inc. seeks a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations at our airport location.

You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure recipes and portions meet quality standards, and maintain a clean, safe environment. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in a professional kitchen with supervisory experience, ServSafe is a plus, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.
• 2+ years in a professional kitchen with supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensure recipes, portions, and quality standards are followed.
• Manage inventory and control food costs by reducing waste.
• Ensure health and safety regulations and sanitation standards are met.
• Train staff on culinary techniques, safety, and operations.
• Assist in scheduling and workload distribution.
• Coordinate with front-of-house to resolve guest concerns.
• Handle purchasing, inventory, and kitchen records.
• Support Executive Chef in controlling expenses and profitability.
• Foster teamwork and professional growth.

Skills

Guest experience

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Dependable

Availability

Compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Basic math

Background check

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification a plus

Job description

First Meridian Services, Inc. seeks a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations at our airport location.

You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure recipes and portions meet quality standards, and maintain a clean, safe environment. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in a professional kitchen with supervisory experience, ServSafe is a plus, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.