Silver Dollar City Resort - Sous Chef [EXE]

Silver Dollar City; Branson West (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Admission to Silver Dollar City

Discounted admissions to attractions

Food & Merchandise Discounts

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation seeks a dedicated Sous Chef for our Silver Dollar City operations in Branson West, MO. You will supervise kitchen staff, assist the Executive Chef, and ensure high-quality food production, safety, and compliance with company standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in a sous chef/senior culinary role, a culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred, and strong leadership within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Basic computer skills.
• Culinary degree or ACF certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of sous chef or similar restaurant/banquet experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Lead with Love qualities rooted in company culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting food inventories.
• Manage kitchen staff and scheduling to maintain staffing levels.
• Assist Executive Chef with HR functions.
• Assist in ordering food and kitchen supplies; manage Crunchtime setup.
• Demonstrate and teach proper cooking methods for guest experience.
• Ensure safety training and food safety standards are followed.
• Supervise production of food according to menu specs and quantities.
• Ensure quality and plating, and maintain equipment and cleanliness.
• Support continuous improvement through audits and standards.

Skills

Sous chef experience

Culinary leadership

Supervisory experience

Basic computer skills

English communication

Lead with Love values

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree or ACF certification preferred

Tools

Crunchtime

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

• Branson West, MO 65737, USA
• On-site
• Food
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SILVE011373

Description

Job Summary

• Assist periodically in conducting food inventories.
• Actively manage the kitchen staff within their culinary responsibilities and follow proper scheduling procedures to ensure staffing levels are appropriately maintained and productive.
• Assist the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef with departmental human resource functions.
• Assist in ordering food and kitchen supplies, working with the purchasing agent to ensure all products are set up and organized in Crunchtime.
• Actively demonstrate and teach proper cooking methods for producing excellent food products for our Guests and Hosts.
• Ensure all safety training is completed per company policy.
• Supervise and coordinate the production of food according to menu specifications and quantities necessary. Assists Cooks in preparation of specific cuisine daily including but not limited to hot prep, cold prep, saucier station, brick oven fired cuisine (where applicable), banquet production, staff meals, and ensures excellence in products.
• Ensure quality specifications for inventory of ingredients are being met daily. Corrects the item and informs Executive Chef when quality is not acceptable.
• Taste all elements of menu on a regular basis to ensure quality and taste profiles are correct along with visual checks for proper plating and appearances.
• Check physical cleanliness of operations. Ensure all staff practice “clean as you go” techniques, and proper use of sanitizer ensuring that all health regulations are followed.
• Maintain proper working order for all equipment. Inspect ovens, ranges, fryers, water faucets, refrigerators, and washing machines. Report deficiencies in HotSOS to Engineering Department and verbally to Food and Beverage Team.
• Maintain Food Safety Standards for all kitchens and banquet areas while assuring time and temperature logs are utilized and monitored for all food stations, cooling and hot holding equipment and dish machines.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement with ongoing audits, e.g. Health inspection, Steritech, REI, internal, etc.
• Will perform all HOH duties as needed.
• Able and knowledgeable in Butchery and Fabrication techniques of Beef, Chicken and Fish.
• Able to display knowledge of modern and classical style plating techniques.
• Able to execute recipe standards in Batch cooking and plate specifications. Scratch cooking applications to include sauces, soups, dressings, vinaigrettes, doughs, vegetable production, proteins and garnishing.
• Able to show basic knowledge of Sous Vide cooking, Saucier responsibilities.

This job description is not an “all-inclusive’ list of the duties and responsibilities of this position or of the skills and abilities required to perform this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Basic computer skills.
• Culinary degree or ACF certification preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of experience working as a sous chef or very similar role in restaurant or banquet operations.
• A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Must display and live out Lead with Love qualities strongly rooted in the Herschend Family Company culture by being patient, kind, humble, respectful, selfless, forgiving, honest, and committed.
• Must display and live out Lead with Love qualities strongly rooted in the Herschend Family Company culture by being patient, kind, humble, respectful, selfless, forgiving, honest, and committed.
• Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees.
• Must reflect the company’s image by being genuinely friendly and caring and by taking pride in work.
• Must be self‑motivated and disciplined.
• Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information.
• Must be committed to continuous improvement.
• Must have a professional appearance with good personal hygiene.
• Must promote and support a “team” work environment by cooperating and helping co‑workers.
• Must be able to be productive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines.
• Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management, and interpersonal skills.
• Must show appreciation of others.
• Able to get along with other employees to work out problems and resolve conflicts.
• Able to comprehend instructions and retain information.
• Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests.
• Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide with accuracy.
• Able to read, write, and communicate verbally in English as needed to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Able to prioritize tasks and complete assignments on time.
• Able to ensure proper handling of food products by receivers and culinary.
• Able to educate and instruct Hosts on spoilage and food cost controls.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout kitchens, food preparation areas, banquet spaces, and other resort locations.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, twist, and crouch while preparing food, inspecting work areas, and accessing equipment and supplies.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull food products, supplies, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Reach above shoulder level and below waist level to access ingredients, utensils, and storage areas.
• Use hands and fingers to operate kitchen equipment, handle utensils, and perform detailed food preparation and presentation tasks.
• Safely move through work areas with wet or slippery floors and varying temperatures, including hot kitchens, walk‑in refrigerators, and freezers.
• Observe food preparation, presentation, and sanitation conditions, and communicate effectively with team members in a busy kitchen environment.
• Must be able to travel between assigned work locations and access an employee shuttle when required.
• If driving is an essential job duty, must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company requirements for operating a vehicle.

Benefits Offered

• Free Admission - Free admission to Silver Dollar City Attractions and discounted admissions to Herschend Enterprises’ attractions and resorts across the US for you and your dependents.
• Exclusive Admission Discounts - Complimentary tickets & discounts on season passes for loved ones.
• Food & Merchandise Discounts - Discounts on dining, drinks and merchandise across Silver Dollar City Attractions.
• 401(k) & Profit Sharing - The Profit Sharing and 401(k) Retirement Plan are available to hosts after they have been with the Company for 3 months (Monthly Plan Entry Dates).
• Health Insurance - Affordable health plan options (co-pay, HSA, FSA) are available to all full‑time seasonal and year‑round employees.
• Mary's Well House - Employee health center provides employees with basic office visits, x‑rays and lab work for co‑pay, whether insured or not.
• Free Tuition – Earn your degree, debt‑free. 100% free tuition starting day one of employment. Learn more at https://herschend.guildeducation.com/partner .
• See all the benefits offered through Silver Dollar City at: https://www.silverdollarcity.com/Employment/Benefits .

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.