Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen, Design Menus & Elevate Dining

Makeready

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

1 hour ago
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Benefits offered by this job

PTO
Medical/dental/vision benefits
401k
Ancillary benefits

Job summary

Makeready in Denver, CO is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead culinary operations, design menus, and maintain standards of excellence. This role offers collaboration on daily operations and menu ideation, with a focus on producing high-quality dishes and developing high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate will excel in food preparation, hold strong leadership capabilities, and uphold rigorous sanitation practices, ensuring timely service and consistent quality for guests.

Qualifications

  • Experience as Sous Chef is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent food preparation skills and palate.
  • Detail-oriented with strong cleanliness practices.
  • Ability to lead and train kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

  • Help in the preparation and design of all food menus
  • Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely way to meet quality standards
  • Fill in for the executive chef in planning and directing food preparation, when necessary
  • Train culinary team members, establishing schedules and enforcing sanitation regulations and safety standards

Skills

Sous Chef Experience
Food Preparation
Leadership
Sanitation & Safety

Job description

Makeready in Denver, CO is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead culinary operations, design menus, and maintain standards of excellence. This role offers collaboration on daily operations and menu ideation, with a focus on producing high-quality dishes and developing high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate will excel in food preparation, hold strong leadership capabilities, and uphold rigorous sanitation practices, ensuring timely service and consistent quality for guests.

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