Sous Chef

Meriwether Godsey; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Meals

Uniforms

Paid Time Off

Health

Vision

Dental

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is seeking a Full-time Sous Chef for a college preparatory school in Chatham, Virginia. The role supports daily production, ensures quality and timely service, and collaborates with a dedicated kitchen team.

Responsibilities include batch-cooking, staff training, HACCP compliance, purchasing, and maintaining records while upholding campus standards. The position requires flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 recipes and menu offerings daily
• Train additional kitchen staff on 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 and sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings
• Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste by driving sustainability programs to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
• Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
• Guide kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
• Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures serving food according to standards
• Additional duties may include assisting the Director when necessary, purchasing/ordering necessary products, responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume catering

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Sustainability practices

Education

Formal Culinary Training

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Sous Chef at a college preparatory school located in Chatham, VA.

Must be available to work as follows: Days, Evenings, & Weekends

Pay rate: $20 per hour

Full-time/9-month position

What You 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 recipes and menu offerings daily
• Train additional kitchen staff on 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 and sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings
• Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste by driving sustainability programs to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
• Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
• Guide kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
• Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures serving food according to standards
• Additional duties may include assisting the Director when necessary, purchasing/ordering necessary products, responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested

What You Need

• Formal Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary experience preferred
• Experience with high-volume catering and food service operations, preferably in school environments required
• Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred
• High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and good organizational skillsFlexibility: ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred

What You Will Get

• Competitive Pay, Meals, Uniforms, Benefits such as Paid Time Off, 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.

Interested 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 Southwest Virginia market!

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