Sous Chef

Newnovation; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Newnovation, a global leader in culinary innovation and sous vide solutions, is seeking a hands-on chef to blend kitchen craft with client-facing demonstrations.

You will develop innovative menu items, showcase premium products at live events, and travel to client presentations while maintaining strict food safety standards for top-tier partners.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Chef or Sous Chef; Michelin-starred or high-end dining background preferred.
• Culinary Arts degree/certification and active ServSafe certification.
• Expertise in sous vide cooking, menu development, MS Office, and outstanding client communication.
• Willingness to travel for client presentations and trade shows.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Innovation: Experiment, test, and develop menu items utilizing advanced sous vide techniques.
• Client Engagement: Prepare and plate dishes for live demonstrations, client presentations, and trade shows.
• Operations & Safety: Maintain kitchen inventory, adhere to strict food safety/GMP standards, and support sales travel as needed.

Skills

Sous vide cooking

Menu development

Client communication

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Culinary Arts degree/certification

ServSafe certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Join a global leader in culinary innovation and sous vide solutions! In this dynamic role, you will blend hands-on kitchen expertise with client-facing passion—crafting innovative recipes, elevating food presentation, and showcasing premium products for top-tier foodservice and hospitality partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Culinary Innovation: Experiment, test, and develop menu items utilizing advanced sous vide techniques.
• Client Engagement: Prepare and plate dishes for live demonstrations, client presentations, and trade shows.
• Operations & Safety: Maintain kitchen inventory, adhere to strict food safety/GMP standards, and support sales travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years as a Chef or Sous Chef (Michelin-starred or high-end dining background preferred).
• Education & Certifications: Culinary Arts degree/certification and active ServSafe certification.
• Skills: Expertise in sous vide cooking, menu development, MS Office, and outstanding client communication.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel for client presentations and trade shows.