Sous Chef

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals

Uniforms

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey, Inc. is seeking a full-time Sous Chef for a co-educational college preparatory school in North Andover, MA. The role focuses on leading kitchen production, ensuring quality, and maintaining standards across high-volume service environments.

The ideal candidate has formal culinary training or 4+ years of experience, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or 4+ years of culinary experience preferred.
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments.
• Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred.
• High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and timeliness of food production using batch-cooking methods.
• Direct all aspects of production and collaborate with staff on daily menu offerings.
• Train kitchen staff in MG recipes and kitchen policies.
• Conduct training and in-services for staff in assigned area.
• Use made-from-scratch preparation methods and maintain production logs.
• Supervise food preparation and presentation to meet restaurant standards.
• Guide staff in safe operating procedures for equipment and utensils.
• Lead pre-production and service meetings and ensure meals are served to standards.

Skills

Culinary training

High-volume service

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

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Sous Chef

Manager salary - 26 Pay Full-Time North Andover, MA, US

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $72,000.00 Hourly

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time, Experienced Sous Chef at a co-educational college preparatory school located in North Andover, MA.

What you Sous Chef will do:

• Ensure quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product
• Direct all aspects of production; work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipe and menu offerings on a daily basis
• Train additional kitchen staff in accordance with 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
• Manage 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
• Guides kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
• Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures food is served according to standards
• Additional duties may include: Assist the Director and Executive Chef when necessary, purchasing/ordering necessary products, being responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested

What the Sous Chef will need:

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

What you will get:

• Competitive Pay,Meals,Uniforms,Benefits such as 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.

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 New England market!

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