Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen Team & Menu Development

Elior; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Work/Life Balance

Competitive Benefit Packages

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

401K & Company Match

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join its team in the Pittsburgh area. You will supervise and participate in the preparation of salads, soups, fish, meats, and desserts, while teaching others about the craft.

This onsite role at AHN accounts in Pittsburgh offers competitive benefits, weekly pay, and opportunities for growth. Candidates should have 3–5 years in culinary management and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Must have 3–5 years of culinary management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are required.
• Proven track record of controlling costs and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop menus aligned with tastes, nutrition, and budgets.
• Maintain production, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Direct and participate in daily preparation of food items.
• Evaluate raw food quality and ensure finished products meet standards.
• Inspect units for food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Lead culinary production for events and catered functions.
• Supervise and participate in display of menu items for special functions.
• Maintain inventory controls for food, supplies, and equipment; hire/train staff.
• Control revenue and expenses to meet financial goals.
• Ensure highest level of customer service.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Budget management

Cost control

Team leadership

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in institutional management or related field

Job description

Elior North America is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join its team in the Pittsburgh area. You will supervise and participate in the preparation of salads, soups, fish, meats, and desserts, while teaching others about the craft.

This onsite role at AHN accounts in Pittsburgh offers competitive benefits, weekly pay, and opportunities for growth. Candidates should have 3–5 years in culinary management and strong leadership.