Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen Excellence & Team Growth

Iron Hill Brewery; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Hill Brewery in Lancaster is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in kitchen leadership and operations. This role demands strong culinary skills and the ability to manage kitchen staff, uphold food quality, and maintain sanitation standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of culinary leadership experience and effective communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment focusing on high-quality food execution and team development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of kitchen or culinary leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ability to manage labor and food costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen performance and staff management.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and sanitation standards.
• Participate in kitchen scheduling and inventory management.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food preparation techniques

Leadership and team development

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Iron Hill Brewery in Lancaster is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in kitchen leadership and operations. This role demands strong culinary skills and the ability to manage kitchen staff, uphold food quality, and maintain sanitation standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of culinary leadership experience and effective communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment focusing on high-quality food execution and team development.