Sous Chef | Lead Kitchen, Menu Strategy & Team Training

Guest Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services is seeking a Sous Chef to act as the direct management assistant to the Chef, second in command in the kitchen. You will prepare foods per Chef and GM directions while helping plan, direct staff, meet client goals, and ensure quality and service excellence.

Responsibilities include menu planning, forecasting portions, budgeting, staff supervision, and inventory control to support efficient production and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; culinary education preferred.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Strong sanitation habits expected.
• Excellent customer service abilities and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with clients and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and developing menus and forecasting portions.
• Analyze and cost food items.
• Ensure compliance with the budget.
• Recruit, supervise, train, schedule, discipline, and direct culinary staff.
• Control expenses and determine unit food/supply needs.
• Maintain inventory control of food and supplies.
• Ensure safe facility environment and proper food handling standards.
• Plan and supervise culinary work to ensure production and timely service.
• Ensure food quality standards meet demand and safety.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Culinary or Associate degree

Tools

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Guest Services is seeking a Sous Chef to act as the direct management assistant to the Chef, second in command in the kitchen. You will prepare foods per Chef and GM directions while helping plan, direct staff, meet client goals, and ensure quality and service excellence.

Responsibilities include menu planning, forecasting portions, budgeting, staff supervision, and inventory control to support efficient production and customer satisfaction.