Sous Chef: Lead Event Cuisine & Team Growth

Clear Destination Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off up to 144 hours

Meal Plan & Employee Discounts

Tuition Discount

Job summary

SSA Group in New Orleans seeks a Sous Chef to lead kitchen teams and deliver consistently high-quality products for events and facilities. You will assist in menu pricing, cooking techniques, and event planning while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Experience in culinary leadership, ServSafe, and HACCP knowledge is preferred. The role requires flexibility to work varied hours and strong supervision skills in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to articulate to client and HQ.
• Proven leadership with emphasis on team building and partnerships.
• Exceptional problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning, and leadership skills.
• Able to stay flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer knowledge for basic office tasks.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift 35lbs.
• Ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming guest experiences.
• Supervise and participate in creating high-quality products for events.
• Assist in menu pricing and preparation and estimate event consumption.
• Train and coach staff; ensure food safety and sanitary practices.
• Monitor temperatures and quality, manage inventory and payroll within guidelines.
• Oversee kitchen operations and uphold company policies and procedures.
• Respond to guest requests to ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Financial management

Merchandising

Education

Culinary training

ServSafe certification

HACCP knowledge

Job description

SSA Group in New Orleans seeks a Sous Chef to lead kitchen teams and deliver consistently high-quality products for events and facilities. You will assist in menu pricing, cooking techniques, and event planning while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Experience in culinary leadership, ServSafe, and HACCP knowledge is preferred. The role requires flexibility to work varied hours and strong supervision skills in a fast-paced hospitality environment.