Sous Chef

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Giant Eagle, Inc. as a Sous Chef, where you will assist in kitchen management, menu planning, and ensure a culture of food safety. This role requires strong leadership skills along with a passion for culinary excellence and customer service. If you have 1 to 3 years of culinary management experience and a valid Serv-safe certification, we encourage you to apply and become part of our diverse team dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience required.
• Prior management experience in culinary field is desired.
• Serv-safe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of customer service and integrity.
• Assign, coordinate, and evaluate work of kitchen team members.
• Control departmental costs by monitoring waste.

Skills

Food Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Food Prep Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Sous Chef will assist with the ordering of materials and supplies, menu planning, inventory, implementing all sanitation, cost, and quality control programs, and directing and coordinating the work of others. A Sous Chef is expected to help provide innovative ideas to stimulate the growth of the business, while meeting or exceeding customer requirements and maximizing company profits. They will also lead the kitchen in lieu of the Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager, or the Prepared Foods Team Leader (depending on the location) and temporarily be responsible for the kitchen. The Sous Chef will also assist in providing leadership in the kitchen by training, directing, and managing kitchen Team Members.

Disclaimer: Applicant must reside in the same country as the primary location of role as outlined in this job posting.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 1 to 3 years
• Experience Desired: Food Safety Awareness; Prior management experience in the Culinary field; Extensive prior prep cook experience; Excellent food prep skills and food product knowledge; Customer Service Experience
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Required: Serv-safe certification a plus
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Travel Required: Regional - Daily, Less than 10%
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Support a culture of safety, including food safety, Team Member safety, and customer safety.
• Demonstrate suggestive selling techniques.
• Provide sampling opportunities when appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and integrity in all interactions.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and respect within the team and community.
• Inspect food and food preparation to ensure quality and sanitation.
• Assign, coordinate, and evaluate work of kitchen Team Members, including scheduling and feedback evaluations.
• Maintain accurate records using HACCP charts, temperature sheets, and calibration charts.
• Ensure documentation meets federal, state, county, and company requirements.
• Control departmental costs by monitoring waste and keeping logs.
• Manage inventories through weekly and monthly stock taking and reporting.
• Review financial transactions and monitor budgets, purchase logs, and profit and loss statements.
• Inspect equipment to ensure proper operation and safety.

Compensation Grade

Department Leads

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a diverse family of talented Team Members committed to creating a nurturing environment with career growth opportunities. Our caring and family values make us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. Join our Giant Eagle family and start a lasting career with us.