Sous Chef - Menu Development & Kitchen Leadership

Sycuan; El Cajon, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sycuan is seeking a skilled culinary leader to assist the Executive Chef in menu development and kitchen operations. You will supervise staff, manage production, and support on-site and off-site catering.

Ideal candidates have a culinary degree, supervisory certification, and experience in high-volume kitchens. This is a full-time, on-site role at Sycuan’s facilities, with opportunities for leadership and growth.

Qualifications

• Education includes a culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Completion of Sycuans Supervisory Certificate Program or equivalent.
• Experience in high-volume, kitchen operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef and Chef in menu development and execution.
• Oversee kitchen staff, assignments and shifts to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate on-site and off-site catering events as needed.
• Maintain safe, sanitary kitchen and storage areas.
• Train production cooks and catering staff, ensure portion controls.
• Step in as Chef when the Chef is absent.

Skills

Culinary skills

Supervisory skills

Menu development

Food safety

English fluency

MS Word

Excel

Education

Culinary degree

Supervisory certificate

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Sycuan is seeking a skilled culinary leader to assist the Executive Chef in menu development and kitchen operations. You will supervise staff, manage production, and support on-site and off-site catering.

Ideal candidates have a culinary degree, supervisory certification, and experience in high-volume kitchens. This is a full-time, on-site role at Sycuan’s facilities, with opportunities for leadership and growth.