Sous Chef | Daily Pay in High-Volume Kitchen

Prairie Meadows; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Meadows in Altoona, IA is seeking a Sous Chef to lead day-to-day operations of all kitchen outlets in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will ensure recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards are met across multiple outlets.

You will supervise staff, oversee prep, inventory and training, and ensure health code compliance. ServSafe certification and strong communication are essential for success in this role within a bustling kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience in food service.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in large, high-volume kitchen with banquet events.
• Knowledge of Iowa Department of Health regulations.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of plating and presentation standards.
• Strong communication with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to stand, lift 50 lbs and push 150 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all food is consistently prepared and served according to each outlet’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
• Prepare kitchen work area for daily operation and maintain all food service areas to health codes.
• Oversee inventory by ensuring storeroom is stocked and rotation of food items is correct.
• Review banquet event orders (BEOs) and coordinate with kitchen management to meet event requirements and setup.
• Coordinate and conduct department training programs for new hires and safety training for all kitchen equipment and utensils.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cooking

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Plating & presentation

Multitasking

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Prairie Meadows in Altoona, IA is seeking a Sous Chef to lead day-to-day operations of all kitchen outlets in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will ensure recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards are met across multiple outlets.

You will supervise staff, oversee prep, inventory and training, and ensure health code compliance. ServSafe certification and strong communication are essential for success in this role within a bustling kitchen setting.