Supervisor Mercantile/Sous Chef

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking a restaurant operations leader to oversee daily activities, budgeting, and staff management at our Morenci site. You will drive efficiency, profitability, and safety while managing training and performance.

The role requires a combination of on-site leadership, strong communication, and flexibility to work varied shifts. Competitive pay, housing benefits, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of supervisor or lead experience.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written instructions in English.
• Strong customer engagement and communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, nights and holidays.
• Ability to meet cash handling and safety standards.
• Ability to work in potentially stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant operations to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Set annual budgets and manage costs; develop cost-saving strategies.
• Provide training and leadership to staff; recruit and schedule staff.
• Investigate and resolve service complaints; enforce disciplinary actions.
• Prepare end-of-day financial reports and maintain health, safety, quality control.

Skills

Customer engagement

Communication skills

English proficiency

Flexibility

Stress management

Cash handling

Work ethic

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci townwebsite to learn more.

What You Will Do

Responsible for the business performance of the establishment. Uses past performance, market conditions and strategic planning to forecast supply and demand. Coordinates all activities including management, customer relations, and marketing to ensure efficiency and profitability. Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure efficiency and profitability. Set annual budgets and manage costs, while developing cost‑saving strategies to increase profit. Devise systems, set policy, and implement changes to uphold quality standards. Provide training and leadership to staff, including team building and performance management. Recruit and hire new staff, create schedules, and track attendance. Investigate and resolve service complaints and enforce disciplinary actions as needed. Maintain high standards of health, safety, and quality control. Prepare end‑of‑day financial reports and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of relevant experience;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of supervisor or lead experience
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written instructions in English
• Effective communication in English regarding job procedures and safety standards
• Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Availability for flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays
• Ability to meet operating policies and standards including cash handling and safety
• Strong customer engagement and communication skills
• Compliance with dress code standards
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks during each shift

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or kitchen leadership role preferred.
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food preparation, quality standards, and food safety regulations.
• Experience with menu planning, inventory management, and cost control.
• Ability to oversee daily kitchen operations and support the Head Chef as needed.
• Formal culinary training or relevant culinary certification preferred.
• What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $50,000-$68,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job‑related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non‑standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365‑day operation.
• Freeport‑McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol‑free work environment using mandatory pre‑employment drug testing and on‑going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer