Sous Chef

Royal-Gorge-Route-Railroad; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and视ion

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance for exceptional候

Professional development and industry

Job summary

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad in Colorado seeks a Depot Sous Chef to lead a fast-paced, high-end kitchen team and ensure exceptional dining aboard our excursion trains.

You will supervise kitchen staff, prepare and plate dishes to exact recipes, manage schedules, ensure food safety, and control waste while collaborating on menu development with Chef de Cuisine.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in a high-end restaurant kitchen
• High school diploma or equivalent
• ServSafe certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, including assigning duties and monitoring performance
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to recipes and quality standards
• Train new staff and prepare a weekly schedule for employees
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation
• Monitor stock levels and place orders for ingredients as needed
• Collaborate with theChef de Cuisineon menu development
• Control portion sizes and minimize waste to maintain profit margins
• Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Culinary leadership

Cooking techniques

Time management

Food safety

Team coordination

Menu development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Job description

Sous Chef Job Description

Reports To: Chef de Cuisine

FLSA Status: Full-time Salaried, non-exempt

Prepared By: HR Director

Prepared Date: 10/27/26

Compensation: $52,000-$60,000/yr DOE

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• 8% employer 401(k) match, fully vested
• Generous paid time off beginning on your first day
• Relocation assistance for exceptional candidates
• Professional development and industry conference opportunities
• Complimentary and discounted Royal Gorge Route Railroad experiences
• Employee dining discounts at Antithesis
• Employee lodging discounts at Royal Gorge properties
• Employee housing available

Experience theColorado lifestyle youactually movedhere for. At the Royal Gorge Route Railroad,adventure is right outside your door.Nestled in the stunningRoyal Gorge Regionalong the Arkansas River,CañonCity isColorado’s hidden gem—with mountainaccess at yourfingertips,world-class rafting and fishing,endless trails,rock climbing,hot springs,andskiing/snowboarding—all without battling I-70 traffic.The best part?You’llprosper withahighly competitive wages and benefits, all at anaffordablecost of living.

About Us

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad carries over 250,000 guests from around the world through Colorado's Royal Gorge. With stunning views, exceptional service, and delicious dining - the Royal Gorge Route experience is unlike anything else in the world.

We’re looking for a Depot Sous Chef who embodies a genuine spirit of service, has a serious appetite for adventure and is seeking meaningful career growth.Always curious and caring, our team puts their heart into everything they do, striving to do their best no matter the task at hand. We are team players, problem solvers, innovators and lovers of people, travel and the Colorado life. If this sounds like the kind of place you want to be, we invite you to apply now! Join us and contribute your skills and talents while flourishing professionally at the Royal Gorge Route!

We love Colorado and we care about our team members and our guests. That’s why the Royal Gorge Route Railroad is 100% smoke-free, inside and out.No smoking of any kind is allowed on any Royal Gorge Route Railroad properties or sister properties, including all Railroad property, on the train, at Happy Endings Caboose Cafe, the Royal Gorge Mansion or the Royal Gorge Route Inns. Being a smoke-free environment for guests and a smoke-free workplace for staff ensures we uphold our customer promise - to provide aworld-class experience. It also means we uphold our employee promise - to provide a healthy, professional, clean atmosphere where everyone has the opportunity to grow and thrive.

Essential Job Duties

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, including assigning duties and monitoring performance
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to recipes and quality standards
• Train new staff and prepare a weekly schedule for employees
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation
• Monitor stock levels and place orders for ingredients as needed
• Collaborate with theChef de Cuisineon menu development
• Control portion sizes and minimize waste to maintain profit margins
• Other duties as assigned by management

Education/Minimum Requirements

5+ years’ experience working in a supervisory or management role in a high-end restaurant kitchen

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification is preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience in a similar role (2–3 years)
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
• Leadership and team coordination skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Familiarity with food safety standards and kitchen sanitation
• Food safety certification

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced kitchen setting in restaurants and catering services
• Exposure to heat, steam, and kitchen noise
• Requires physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods
• Minimum 50-hour work week

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require assistance with your application, please call [phone].