Food Service Sous Chef Corporate Dining

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a passionate culinary leader with strong kitchen operations experience and a commitment to high-quality, scratch-made food ? One of the food service industry's most respected providers is seeking a Sous Chef to assist in leading our kitchen and back-of-house operations for a premier single- contract dining account in Cincinnati, Ohio .

About the Role:

As the Sous Chef , you'll serve as the heart of the kitchen —helping to plan daily menus , leading culinary operations, and working closely with corporate leadership to deliver top-tier dining experiences for daily service, special events, meetings, and holiday functions. This is a hands-on leadership role in a scratch-cooking environment that values creativity, efficiency, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team in all culinary operations in a high-volume, from- scratch kitchen
• Collaborate with Exec Chef to plan menus and execute special events
• Manage food preparation for daily service and high-profile functions
• Oversee back-of-house team, kitchen scheduling , training , and performance
• Ensure quality, consistency, and presentation standards are upheld
• Maintain inventory , manage food/labor costs , and drive budget performance
• Foster a positive team culture with a “lead-by-example” approach

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of leadership experience in scratch kitchen operations
• Prior experience in contract dining or institutional food service preferred
• Culinary degree preferred (or equivalent professional experience)
• Proven success in managing budgets, scheduling , and team development
• Strong knowledge of food safety , sanitation , and kitchen compliance standards
• Natural team builder with a “quarterback” mentality and hands-on style
• Recent Culinary Graduates gladly considered

What we bring to you:

• Competitive starting base salary of $45,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k)
• 5-day work week (Monday–Friday) – No nights or weekends
• Generous paid holidays and vacation
• Career advancement opportunity to Executive Chef in the near future

PEOPLE ARE OUR #1 PRIORITY.

Company Description

PEOPLE ARE OUR #1 PRIORITY.