Sous Chef: High-Impact Events & Culinary Leadership

Service Systems Associates @ Nashvile Zoo; Laurel Wood Hills (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

Meal plan

Employee discounts

Tuition discount

Holiday pay

Paid sick leave

Job summary

SSA Group is seeking a Sous Chef to join the culinary team. This role reports to the Executive Chef and will lead kitchen operations, supervise staff, and help manage menu planning and food safety across events and venues.

The position requires strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, ServSafe certification, and at least three years of food preparation experience. SSA offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Three years of food preparation experience.
• ServSafe or Food Handling Certification.
• Knowledge of HACCP.
• Culinary training, must be 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client.
• Create competitive quality products.
• Supervise and participate in creating high-quality products for events and food service locations.
• Assist in menu pricing and preparation.
• Estimate food consumption for events and request necessary products.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques.
• Train, coach, counsel, and resolve problems.
• Comply with all food safety regulations and practices.
• Implement and enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and/or dining areas.
• Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures.
• Oversee quality, product levels, and inventory of products.
• Manage employees in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Incorporate sustainable resources into the culinary selections.
• Respond to guest requests and take action to ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Financial management

Flexibility

Office computer basics

Physical stamina

Team building

Education

Culinary training

ServSafe Certification

Knowledge of HACCP

Job description

SSA Group is seeking a Sous Chef to join the culinary team. This role reports to the Executive Chef and will lead kitchen operations, supervise staff, and help manage menu planning and food safety across events and venues.

The position requires strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, ServSafe certification, and at least three years of food preparation experience. SSA offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.