Sous Chef

Level99; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Level99 is looking for a highly organized Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations and execute catering events in West Hartford, CT. You will be responsible for overseeing the ordering, scheduling, and training of staff while maintaining high standards of food quality and cost control.

This position offers a fantastic growth opportunity within a dynamic culinary team. Ideal candidates exhibit a positive attitude, strong management skills, and are capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years management experience required.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced knowledge of health and sanitation codes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ordering and inventory management.
• Manage food and labor cost control.
• Train new staff and ensure kitchen operations quality.

Skills

Line cooking experience

Management skills

Communication skills

Catering experience

Attention to detail

Education

High school education or equivalent

B.S. in Hospitality Management or related degree

Tools

ServSafe certification

TIPS certification

ChokeSaver certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

This Sous Chef position is a fantastic growth opportunity for someone looking to develop and broaden their culinary and food management skill sets. The role will involve high volume service to two dining concepts in an all‑scratch kitchen while simultaneously executing large‑scale catered events.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ordering (PARS, vendors, days of the week to order)
• Scheduling (maintaining staffing pars, interviewing and hiring)
• Prep and inventory management
• Food and labor cost control
• Recipe building and costing
• High‑volume catered events
• Research and development
• Plan, prepare, and execute daily service and events
• Oversee service to ensure consistency and quality
• Daily ordering within budgeted guidelines
• Manage and oversee prep inventory, assisting as needed
• Play a part in development and training of new staff
• Model a warm, approachable attitude and behavior
• Demonstrate ownership and comprehensive oversight of all aspects of kitchen operations across taproom, beer hall, and events
• Be able to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds
• Be able to work nights and weekends
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education or equivalent
• 2 years management experience
• 1 year line cooking experience
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of health and sanitation code and policies
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• High integrity and professionalism
• A strong culinary foundation with the ability to coach and teach others
• A positive, joyful, upbeat, and energetic attitude – leading by example
• Ability to train on‑site in Greater Boston or Tysons Corner, VA
• Relevant education: B.S. in Hospitality Management, Culinary, or other related degree
• ServSafe, TIPS, Allergen and ChokeSaver certifications
• Catering experience

ABOUT THE TEAM

• Like to laugh, low maintenance, low drama, enjoys having a bit of fun while working
• High tolerance for ambiguity, likes to go fast, and excited to learn on the job
• Obsessive about getting details right the first time
• High‑energy personality, typically smiling, and likes to "get it done now"

While we don’t expect a candidate to have deep experience in all of the above, we’re looking for someone with the passion and capability to learn quickly in the areas that are new.

Level99 is an E‑Verify employer.