Sous Chef: Lead & Mentor in a Busy Scratch Kitchen

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Tips included

Paid time off

401(k)

Parental leave

Holiday time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training in Philadelphia is seeking a Sous Chef to support Restaurant Leaders and elevate culinary and hospitality standards in our scratch-based kitchen. You will mentor Chefs-In-Training, execute recipes consistently, and lead during peak service while upholding DIG safety and continuous improvement.

This hourly role offers a path to growth with benefits, including paid time off, 401(k), and the opportunity to learn our station diagrams, prep, and inventory systems.

Qualifications

• 1+ year leadership experience in a culinary environment.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (lifting up to 25 lbs, sometimes 50 lbs).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Commitment to kitchen safety and DIG standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead during peak service and train Chefs-in-Training on stations and prep.
• Execute recipes and SOPs across all DIG stations.
• Manage prep lists, waste logs, and inventory with the Chef de Cuisine.
• Open and close the restaurant using checklists and handoffs.
• Support shift management and delegate tasks to the team.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training in Philadelphia is seeking a Sous Chef to support Restaurant Leaders and elevate culinary and hospitality standards in our scratch-based kitchen. You will mentor Chefs-In-Training, execute recipes consistently, and lead during peak service while upholding DIG safety and continuous improvement.

This hourly role offers a path to growth with benefits, including paid time off, 401(k), and the opportunity to learn our station diagrams, prep, and inventory systems.