Sous Chef

Crystal Springs Resort; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minerals Sports Club Membership

30% Dining/Retail Discount

30% Spa Discount

Discounted Stays at the Hotels

Discounted admission to Events & F

Complimentary Golf

Job summary

Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, NJ is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our premier culinary team. This full-time role leads kitchen staff, maintains safety and quality standards, and helps craft high-volume service experiences.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years as a Sous Chef, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for fresh, local ingredients. ServSafe knowledge is a plus. Competitive salary range $60k–$70k.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume setting.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with menu planning, recipe development, food costing, and inventory management preferred.
• Culinary degree preferred but not required.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster and maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment with health and safety compliance.
• Uphold culinary standards for consistency, quality, and presentation.
• Lead, train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, promoting teamwork.
• Assist in scheduling, performance management, hiring, coaching, and discipline as needed.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency during high-volume service.
• Estimate food usage, manage inventory, and assist with ordering and receiving products.
• Develop, standardize, and cost recipes to ensure quality and profitability.
• Assist with seasonal menu development using locally sourced ingredients.
• Support relationships with local farms and vendors; promote sustainability.
• Ensure all culinary equipment is maintained and operated safely.
• Coordinate and execute events, banquets, and catering with high quality.
• Maintain ServSafe and sanitation standards; ensure guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

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Sous Chef

Full Time Hamburg, NJ, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1108

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Crystal Springs Resort is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our award-winning culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of our premier dining venues, where you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences while leading and developing a high-performing kitchen team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and are passionate about culinary excellence, innovation, and hospitality, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster and maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment while ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Uphold Crystal Springs Resort's culinary standards by ensuring consistency, quality, and excellence in food preparation and presentation.
• Lead, train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff while promoting teamwork and professional development.
• Assist in scheduling, performance management, hiring, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient execution during high-volume service periods.
• Estimate food consumption, manage inventory, and assist with ordering and receiving products.
• Develop, standardize, and cost recipes to ensure quality, consistency, and profitability.
• Assist with seasonal menu development, incorporating fresh, local ingredients whenever possible.
• Support relationships with local farms and vendors while promoting sustainable sourcing initiatives.
• Ensure all culinary equipment is properly maintained and operated safely.
• Coordinate and execute special events, banquets, and catering functions while maintaining exceptional food quality.
• Maintain compliance with ServSafe standards and all sanitation and food safety requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless resort operations and outstanding guest satisfaction.
• Participate in management meetings and contribute ideas that enhance culinary operations and the overall guest experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, or resort environment.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for culinary innovation, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Experience with menu planning, recipe development, food costing, and inventory management preferred.
• Culinary degree preferred but not required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

At Crystal Springs Resort, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside an exceptional culinary team, utilize locally sourced ingredients, and grow your career within one of the region's premier hospitality destinations. If you're ready to bring creativity, leadership, and passion to the kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

• Minerals Sports Club Membership
• 30% Dining/Retail Discount
• 30% Spa Discount
• Discounted Stays at the Hotels
• Discounted admission to Events & Festivals
• Complimentary Golf