Sous Chef

Sodexo; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision care

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Pembroke Hill School is seeking a hands‑on Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations and collaborate with the team on the dining floor. The role focuses on standardizing culinary operations, mentoring staff, and delivering exceptional service for students and staff.

The position offers a 10‑month schedule with summer time off, a competitive hourly pay range, and opportunities to influence day‑to‑day kitchen operations while ensuring quality and freshness of ingredients.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in high‑volume kitchens
• Menu planning expertise
• Strong mentoring and team development
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with computer systems to support kitchen operations

Responsibilities

• Help deliver an exceptional dining experience for students and staff
• Lead in implementing streamlined culinary systems
• Mentor and develop the culinary team on the floor
• Collaborate on menu design reflecting client preferences
• Support procurement and sourcing for fresh ingredients

Job description

Join The Pembroke Hill School as a Sous Chef! This hands-on role supports daily culinary operations, works alongside the team on the floor, and helps deliver an exceptional dining experience for students and staff.

Enjoy a 10-month schedule with time off during the summer months.

About The Job

Step into a dynamic culinary position where your creativity and expertise will directly influence the dining experience. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and standardizing culinary operations, while mentoring and inspiring your team to deliver exceptional service and quality every day.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $20.39 per hour - $26.39 per hour

What’s In It For You

• Take the lead in implementing streamlined culinary systems that enhance consistency and efficiency.
• Develop and mentor a passionate team, fostering growth and excellence on the front lines.
• Engage in hands‑on procurement and purchasing, ensuring the freshest ingredients and best value.
• Collaborate to design menus that delight clients and reflect their unique preferences.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients through exceptional service and communication.
• Gain the opportunity to influence day‑to‑day culinary operations and drive continuous improvement.
• Work in a supportive environment that values your input and encourages creativity.

What You’ll Bring

• A solid culinary background with experience thriving in high‑volume, fast‑paced environments.
• Proven leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing culinary teams to reach their full potential.
• Expertise in menu planning, paired with an up‑to‑date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
• Exceptional organizational abilities, detail‑oriented mindset, and proficiency with computer systems to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused approach to build lasting client relationships.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.