Sous Chef - Hershey Social

Hersheypark; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Hersheypark admission

Employee discounts

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar in downtown Hershey, PA 17033, USA, is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to manage staff, oversee food preparation, safety, and presentation. You will drive menu costing, supervise day-to-day kitchen operations, and ensure high-quality dishes.

This full-time role offers benefits, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to a flagship venue in Hershey. Applicants must have culinary background and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen staff in high-volume environments.
• High school diploma or GED; culinary degree preferred.
• ServSafe and allergen certifications are desirable.
• Must have valid driver's license and be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food preparation, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen.
• Interview, train, schedule, coach, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Drive menu development and maintain updated costing.
• Analyze recipes and plate presentation.
• Order food and requisition supplies.
• Control food inventory and labor costs.
• Maintain equipment and submit service requests.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Menu costing

Inventory control

Staff training

Communication

Microsoft Excel

POS systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree - Culinary Arts

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Job description

Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar
Hershey, PA 17033, USA

Description

Be part of the opening team at Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar, downtown Hershey's newest restaurant and bar. Located near the iconic intersection of Cocoa and Chocolate Avenue, Hershey Social features bold flavors, signature cocktails, and over-the-top desserts inspired by Hershey's chocolate roots.

This position is responsible for kitchen staff management, food preparation, food safety, quality, and presentation at Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar in downtown Hershey, PA.

As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

• Supervise food preparation, sanitation, and safety in the kitchen.*
• Assist with interviewing, training, scheduling, counseling, and motivating kitchen staff.*
• Drive menu development and maintain updated costing.*
• Analyze recipes and plate presentation.*
• Order food and requisition supplies.*
• Control food inventory levels and food and labor costs.*
• Maintain equipment in good working order and submit regular service repairs and requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of working experience as a line cook in a la carte, banquet, free-standing restaurant, hotel, and/or resort atmosphere
• 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Completion of high school or GED, Associate's degree - Culinary Arts
• Post-Employment: RAMP Certification, ServSafe Allergen, and ServSafe Manager Certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of POS and automated payroll systems
• High volume, banquet, or casual dining
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

Job Demands:

• Reaching Forward Frequent (34-66%)
• Lifting Constant (>67%) (50lbs maximum weight)
• Reaching Overhead Frequent (34-66%)
• Finger Dexterity Frequent (34-66%)
• Hand/Eye Coordination Frequent (34-66%)
• Stooping Frequent (34-66%)
• This job regularly requires verbal communication of detailed information to others either by phone or in person.
• Must be able to speak and read the English language.
• The position is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Schedule will vary according to operating needs, but will include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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