Sous Chef

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Meals

Uniforms

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. in Alexandria, VA seeks a Full-time Sous Chef to manage daily kitchen operations, lead staff, assist with menu prep, and ensure food quality and freshness for an independent school.

This role requires leadership and a proven track record in running a kitchen, with responsibility for ordering, stocking, food safety, and catering support for events.

Qualifications

• Formal Culinary Training or 4 years of culinary experience preferred.
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments.
• Excellent communication and strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility to switch between locations and duties.
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and timeliness of food production with batch cooking to maintain freshness.
• Assist the Director with production and coordinate with staff on daily menus.
• Train kitchen staff according to recipes and policies.
• Conduct staff trainings and daily pre-production/service meetings.
• Maintain accurate production logs and oversee ordering to minimize waste.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

High-volume service

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

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Sous Chef

Full-Time 9 Month hourly - 19 Pay Full-Time Alexandria, VA, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Annually

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Sous Chef, responsible for working alongside the Director to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking at an independent school in Alexandria, Virginia, which educates students from ages 3 through grade 12. This position requires leadership acumen and a proven track record of running a kitchen.

• Full-time
• Monday-Friday, 6:00 am-2:30 pm and weekends as needed for catering and special events
• $25.00-$30.00 per hour (based on experience)

What the Sous Chef will do:

• Ensure quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product
• Assist the Director with all aspects of production; work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipe and menu offerings daily
• Train additional kitchen staff in accordance with MG recipes and kitchen policies
• Conduct training and in-services for staff in an assigned area
• Use traditional, made-from-scratch preparation methods and keep accurate production logs
• Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down food and supplies at assigned stations
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings
• Manage food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste through driving sustainability programs to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
• Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
• Guides kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
• Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures food is served according to standards
• Additional duties may include: assisting the Director when necessary, purchasing/ordering necessary products, being responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested

What the Sous Chef will need:

• Formal Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary experience preferred
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments
• Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred
• High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and good organizational skills
• Flexibility; ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.

What the Sous Chef will get:

• Competitive Pay, Meals, Uniforms, Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. I nterested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page

Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Northern Virginia market! MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.