Sous Chef – Leadership Track to Executive Chef

Iacofano Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting Pay: $22–$26/hour based on experience

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Holiday pay at time and a half

Free employee meals

Overtime opportunities available

Job summary

Iacofano Group is seeking a Sous Chef for our Columbia location focused on leadership in a high-volume catering kitchen. The role includes leading kitchen teams, ensuring food quality, and supporting operations. Candidates should have previous Sous Chef experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a growing catering operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior-level cook.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food production.
• Ability to lead teams and manage high-volume production.
• Ability to follow and enforce systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support kitchen teams during daily production.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
• Train and develop cooks.
• Maintain kitchen systems, processes, and organization.
• Travel occasionally to support other locations.

Skills

Strong leadership and team support skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Organized and detail-oriented

Job description

Iacofano Group is seeking a Sous Chef for our Columbia location focused on leadership in a high-volume catering kitchen. The role includes leading kitchen teams, ensuring food quality, and supporting operations. Candidates should have previous Sous Chef experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a growing catering operation.