Sous Chef

The Barn Resort; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Schedule

401k

PTO-Paid Time Off

Discount Program

Job summary

The Barn Resort in Gettysburg, PA is seeking a Sous Chef to lead back-of-house operations in the absence of the Executive Chef. You will manage daily kitchen activities, ensure recipe fidelity, and coach staff to deliver high-quality dishes. Strong communication and calmness under pressure are essential, with focus on safety and efficiency.

Experience: 2+ years in BOH management and a Serv-Safe certification. Culinary education preferred; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of management in commercial food preparation with a proven track record.
• High school graduate; culinary education preferred.
• Must be able to use or learn kitchen equipment and tools.
• Serv-Safe certification required or valid credential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily BOH operations with a focus on flawless execution.
• Ensure food is prepared to standard and recipes followed.
• Assist in hiring and training BOH staff and coaching.
• Control inventory to maintain stock for service.
• Monitor costs, pricing, and waste; maintain records.
• Streamline kitchen processes for prompt service times.
• Maintain sanitation and safety compliance.
• Respect special requests and urgency.

Skills

BOH Management

Food Preparation

Team Training

Inventory Control

Sanitation Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Education (preferred)

Job description

Overview

The Barn Resort expects to become Gettysburg’s premier location for hosting events of all sizes. The 130,000 sq. ft. facility, located on 130 acres, provides infinite possibilities for creating the perfect indoor or outdoor special occasion for our guests. At the heart of our resort will be the Farmhouse Restaurant, serving quality food and an incredible customer experience. As an Employer of Choice, we offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth within a high-performing, rewarding environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates

Description

We are seeking someone who loves to cook and will foster an amazing environment for our kitchen staff to create great tasting food for our guests. They offer high attention to detail to ensure the food is consistent and of the highest quality, yet creative to ensure our menu evolves over time. They can remain calm under stressful situations and must possess really strong communication skills to ensure the team has tremendous clarity while performing daily operations. As Sous Chef, you will take responsibility for back-of-house operations of the restaurant in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily BOH operations with a focus on flawless execution.
• Ensure all food is prepared and delivered to the expected standards and in accordance with the recipes.
• Assist in the hiring and training of BOH staff, as well as teaching and coaching staff in the moment.
• Manage inventory levels so that all necessary ingredients are stocked for service.
• Manage costs by monitoring pricing, inventory levels, and eliminating areas of waste.
• Maintain accurate production records for food.
• Streamline the kitchen processes to maintain prompt service times.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness per sanitation policies.
• Follow all BOH procedures and policies related to safety.
• Be considerate of special requests and their importance.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Experience - 2+ years of management in Commercial Food preparation with a proven track record of achieving results.
• Education: High school graduate or equivalent, culinary education preferred.
• Must be capable of performing all functions and meeting all qualification standards.
• Must be able to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools provided.
• Must know safety information regarding all materials used within the scope of the work
• Valid Serv-Safe certification

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk and stand during an entire shift or extended period.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Must be able to perform all job functions according to safety standards.
• Must participate in company orientation and training.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Schedule (Days, Nights & Weekends)
• 401k
• PTO-Paid Time Off
• Discount Program