NOW HIRING Sous Chef for $68,354-81,422!
HMSHost is hiring a Sous Chef for John F. Kennedy International Airport, JFK!
Ready to take the next step in your culinary leadership career? We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef who is passionate about great food, strong teams, and delivering an exceptional guest experience.
In this role, you’ll help lead day-to-day kitchen operations, develop and support culinary team members, maintain high standards for food quality and safety, and keep the kitchen running efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Check out these amazing benefits:
Free meals, quarterly bonus opportunities up to 25%, paid holidays, vacation and flex time, health/dental/vision, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), career growth opportunities, and so much more!
A Great Sous Chef is someone who:
· Leads and supports kitchen associates while assigning daily responsibilities and ensuring work is completed efficiently and on time.
· Promotes a strong culture of food safety and sanitation while maintaining HACCP and company standards.
· Assists with menu planning, inventory management, ordering, and maintaining appropriate supply levels.
· Maintains strong cost controls, service standards, and food quality to support sales and profitability.
· Ensures all food is prepared, presented, and served according to company, brand, and regulatory standards.
· Coaches, trains, and develops kitchen associates while promoting positive associate relations and accountability.
· Supports performance management, progressive discipline, and associate development in partnership with restaurant leadership.
· Helps resolve operational challenges and keeps the kitchen running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.
· Delivers exceptional customer service by ensuring associates are properly trained and consistently producing high-quality food.
· Leads by example and creates a positive, collaborative, and engaging kitchen environment.
What we’re looking for:
· 3–5 years of kitchen operations and staff supervision experience.
· High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary culinary training preferred.
· ServSafe Manager certification required.
· Strong leadership, coaching, delegation, and problem-solving skills.
· Experience maintaining food safety, quality, inventory, and cost-control standards.
· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
· Ability to communicate effectively, motivate a team, and develop others.
At HMSHost, we know our success is built on great people, strong teams, and a passion for food. If you enjoy developing others, creating memorable guest experiences, and bringing your best to the kitchen every day, apply now!
Ready to feel great at work?
Apply today to join the HMSHost team at John F. Kennedy International Airport, JFK! and bring your culinary leadership to an exciting, fast-paced airport environment!
You must be 18+ to apply.
Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).
Pay: $68,354.00 - $81,422.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
