PM Shift Sous Chef — Lead, Train & Perfect Plates

Creative Dining Services; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 26,891,000 - 31,564,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Retirement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Creative Dining Services is seeking a driven Sous Chef for Fort Wayne, IN. You will lead food preparation, mentor kitchen staff, and ensure every plate meets high quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of cooking experience with supervisory responsibilities, a high school diploma or equivalent, and ServSafe and First Aid certifications. The role is full-time with evening hours in a dynamic dining operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of professional cooking experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certification and First Aid training are required.

Responsibilities

• Direct Food Prep: plan and time production to hit service time.
• Lead and Train: supervise and mentor kitchen staff to maintain standards.
• Manage Operations: read function sheets, build prep sheets, and roster duties.
• Control Production: use batch cooking to maximize freshness and reduce waste.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food preparation

Supervisory experience

ServSafe

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts Degree preferred

Job description

Creative Dining Services is seeking a driven Sous Chef for Fort Wayne, IN. You will lead food preparation, mentor kitchen staff, and ensure every plate meets high quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of cooking experience with supervisory responsibilities, a high school diploma or equivalent, and ServSafe and First Aid certifications. The role is full-time with evening hours in a dynamic dining operation.