Sous Chef

COREcruitment Ltd; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment Ltd in Pittsburgh is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the private city club's culinary leadership team. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to manage daily operations and lead the kitchen during service across dining, events, and banquets.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, kitchen management, and cost-control skills, with a track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences in high-end environments. Food safety expertise is essential.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will be a strong culinary leader with experience in private clubs, luxury hotels, or high-end restaurants.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and cost-control skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with daily culinary operations.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the culinary team.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, quality, and consistency.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Assist with menu development and contribute creative culinary ideas.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, waste, and productivity.
• Support ordering, inventory management, and cost-control initiatives.
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure an exceptional member and guest experience.
• Assist with the planning and execution of private events and banquets.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture.
• Take a hands-on leadership role during service and ensure consistent execution.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen management

Team development

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Food safety

Cost controls

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team of a prestigious private city club in Pittsburgh.

The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, supporting the day-to-day culinary operation and leading the kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards across à la carte dining, private events, and banquet operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who enjoys working in a professional, high-end environment and is looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with daily culinary operations.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the culinary team.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, quality, and consistency.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Assist with menu development and contribute creative culinary ideas.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, waste, and productivity.
• Support ordering, inventory management, and cost-control initiatives.
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure an exceptional member and guest experience.
• Assist with the planning and execution of private events and banquets.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture.
• Take a hands-on leadership role during service and ensure consistent execution.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a strong culinary leader with experience in a private club, luxury hotel, resort, or high-end restaurant environment.

Candidates should have:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or similar culinary leadership position.
• Strong culinary and kitchen management skills.
• Experience leading, training, and developing culinary teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and cost controls.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.