Sous Chef

State Of Play; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount: 50% discount for up

401k and benefits

Job summary

Flight Club Chicago is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in delivering high‑quality food and memorable dining experiences. You will help with menu planning, supervise kitchen staff, and uphold hygiene standards in a fast‑paced setting.

The role requires 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef, strong culinary skills, and solid knowledge of kitchen operations. Competitive salary and benefits reflect your expertise, with a 50% guest discount.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check prior to being hired.
• 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef.
• Proficiency in culinary techniques, including food preparation and cooking methods.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, including inventory management and food safety protocols.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Food hygiene, alcohol, and allergen certification maintained throughout employment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stock rotation, to minimize waste and optimize inventory levels.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices to comply with regulations and ensure food safety.
• Support the Executive Chef in maintaining kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and organization to uphold hygiene standards and efficiency.
• Develop and execute culinary strategies to achieve operational goals and uphold company standards.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on culinary techniques, safety procedures, and sanitation practices.
• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and quality standards, maintaining consistency and presentation.
• Supervise kitchen staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to recipes and standards.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage and optimal productivity.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Inventory management

Communication

multitasking

Work authorization

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Location: 0ZW96 - Flight Club Chicago - Chicago, IL 60601, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/year, TITLE: Sous Chef
DEPARTMENT: Management
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
REPORTING TO: Executive Chef
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Company Overview:

The world’s first Social Darts® experience, Flight Club was founded in London in 2015 to usher this once pub‑like pastime into the 21st century. Flight Club fuses craft cocktails and upscale cuisine with its signature tech‑enabled Social Darts® experience to create a truly unique entertainment experience. Operating in major cities across the U.S. under State of Play Hospitality and in more than 30 locations worldwide, Flight Club continues to bring friends, families, and colleagues together in an upscale gaming environment. To date, over 10 million people have experienced Flight Club and over one billion darts have been thrown.

Learn more at FlightClubDartsUSA.com.

Position Purpose:

The Sous Chef is a key member of the culinary team, supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations to ensure the consistent delivery of high‑quality food and exceptional dining experiences. This role involves assisting in menu planning, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety standards. The Sous Chef plays a crucial role in contributing to the success of the venue and upholding its reputation for culinary excellence.

Our Mission Is

At State of Play, our mission is to create moments of joy and connection through the power of play.

Our Values Are:

• We Take the Initiative: Actions speak louder than words. We’re resourceful, proactive and creative. There are no limits to what we can achieve if we reach out, speak up and make it happen.
• We’re Thoughtful: We think about the bigger picture. We default to listening and encouraging different views to our own. By being deliberate and considerate, team members will enjoy working with us and we will make better decisions.
• We Strive for Excellence: We try to bring the best version of ourselves into work every day. Quality matters. Executing with precision and pace will help both other team members and the business succeed.
• We Celebrate the Wins: Let’s enjoy the journey. Life is full of ups and downs so we make time to toast collective and individual successes. Nothing feels better than winning as a team.

Responsibilities:

Own the Problem:

• Assist in inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stock rotation, to minimize waste and optimize inventory levels
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices to comply with regulations and ensure food safety
• Support the Executive Chef in maintaining kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and organization to uphold hygiene standards and efficiency

Test & Learn:

• Assist the Executive Chef/Assistant Executive Chef in developing and executing culinary strategies to achieve operational goals and uphold company standards
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on culinary techniques, safety procedures, and sanitation practices
• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and quality standards, maintaining consistency and presentation

Show Urgency:

• Supervise kitchen staff, delegating tasks and providing guidance to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to recipes and standards
• Assist with scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage and optimal productivity

Be Both Independently Minded and a Team Player:

• Collaborate with front‑of‑house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction

Requirements & Minimum Qualifications:

• Must pass a background check prior to being hired
• 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef
• Proficiency in culinary techniques, including food preparation and cooking methods
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, including inventory management and food safety protocols
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Food hygiene, alcohol, and allergen certification maintained throughout employment
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual salary range of $65k-70k, based on experience.
• Eligibility to enroll in Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits.
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Option to enroll in 401k, Medical FSA, Commuter benefits, etc.
• Employee Discount: 50% your total bill for you and up to five guests.

The Company reserves the right in its absolute discretion to add to your duties or amend this job description at any time. In addition to the above duties, you will carry out such other duties as the Company reasonably directs from time to time.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Flight Club is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.