School Kitchen Sous Chef I | Mon-Fri 6am–2pm

Quest Food Management Services Llc; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services in Barrington, IL, is seeking a Sous Chef I to support culinary operations for K-12 dining. You will assist the Executive Chef, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure timely, high-quality food production in a school setting.

This role emphasizes hygiene, safety, inventory control, and menu development. Monday–Friday hours, 6:00am–2:00pm, 10-month position with opportunities to contribute to cost controls and customer satisfaction in a busy school cafeteria.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or certification preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Basic knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen sanitation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in planning and executing daily kitchen operations to ensure timely and quality food production.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies as needed and manage food cost controls to optimize profitability.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations within the kitchen area.
• Contribute to menu planning and recipe development to align with customer preferences and seasonal availability.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Inventory management

Cost control

Menu development

Recipe standardization

Staff training

Education

High school diploma

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

Quest Food Management Services in Barrington, IL, is seeking a Sous Chef I to support culinary operations for K-12 dining. You will assist the Executive Chef, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure timely, high-quality food production in a school setting.

This role emphasizes hygiene, safety, inventory control, and menu development. Monday–Friday hours, 6:00am–2:00pm, 10-month position with opportunities to contribute to cost controls and customer satisfaction in a busy school cafeteria.