Senior Sous Chef - Lead, Create & Elevate Fine Dining

Hawley; Paradise Township (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Settlers Hospitality is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and uphold high culinary standards across a la carte and prepared foods. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and ensure safety and sanitation in a fast-paced, upscale setting.

The ideal candidate brings knowledge of food, wine, cocktails, and craft beer, with some fine dining experience, and holds ServSafe Manager certification or will obtain it within 30 days. RAMP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Fluent English speaking and written required.
• ServSafe Manager certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• RAMP certification a plus.
• Strong time management and scheduling skills required.
• Demonstrated leadership and experience supervising kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Executive Chef to maintain culinary vision.
• Work with front of house, hotel, and catering teams to align concepts.
• Create menus aligned with restaurant standards and cost considerations.
• Monitor food and labor budgets and support P&L responsibilities.
• Supervise cooks and ensure safe, sanitary food production and service.
• Lead recruitment, training, and performance management of staff.

Skills

Fluent English

ServSafe Manager

RAMP certification

Time management

Leadership

Team training

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Formal culinary training a plus

Job description

Settlers Hospitality is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and uphold high culinary standards across a la carte and prepared foods. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and ensure safety and sanitation in a fast-paced, upscale setting.

The ideal candidate brings knowledge of food, wine, cocktails, and craft beer, with some fine dining experience, and holds ServSafe Manager certification or will obtain it within 30 days. RAMP certification is a plus.