Sous Chef — Lead Seasonal Menus & Kitchen Team

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacations and holidays

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in preparing fresh, high-quality meals across diverse dining programs. You will help manage staff, maintain a clean kitchen, and uphold safety standards while delivering outstanding food and customer service.

The role emphasizes collaboration on seasonal menus, safe food handling, and strong communication with management and guests. Exciting benefits and opportunities await in a dynamic hospitality team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Follow sanitation procedures to maintain a clean, safe kitchen.
• Understand food handling, preparation, and cooking techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Collaborate on seasonal menu concepts with the Chef.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist with unloading, inspecting, and storage of ingredients.

Skills

Teamwork

Sanitation procedures

Food handling

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Industry best practices

Education

High school diploma or vocational training

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a classically trained Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in preparing fresh, high-quality meals across diverse dining programs. You will help manage staff, maintain a clean kitchen, and uphold safety standards while delivering outstanding food and customer service.

The role emphasizes collaboration on seasonal menus, safe food handling, and strong communication with management and guests. Exciting benefits and opportunities await in a dynamic hospitality team.