Sous Chef - Leadership Track (Growth to Executive Chef)

Description What’s in it for you Starting Pay: $24–$28/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 Work in a state-of-the-art, professional, high-volume catering kitchen Be part of a growing, high-end catering operation Clear path to Executive Chef and leadership roles Career Growth & Opportunity Clear path to Executive Chef and multi-unit leadership roles Opportunity to help build and develop kitchen teams Work directly with leadership on systems, training, and execution Be part of a company expanding across multiple markets Leadership Development & Travel This role is primarily based in Charleston, with occasional travel (typically once per quarter) to: Support other kitchen locations Assist with training and team development Help maintain consistency across operations Ideal for someone who wants to grow into a Chef role , without full-time travel Position Overview Iacofano’s Catering & Events is hiring a Sous Chef – Leadership Track for our Charleston (29418) location. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for: Supporting daily kitchen operations Leading production teams Ensuring quality, consistency, and execution Assisting with training and development of staff This role plays a key part in building the bench and developing future leaders within the company. Key Responsibilities Lead and support kitchen teams during daily production Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards Train and develop cooks (Cook 1 ? Cook 2 ? Cook 3) Implement and maintain kitchen systems and standards Support Expo/QA and logistics coordination when needed Assist with scheduling, prep planning, and execution Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment Travel occasionally to support other locations as needed What Makes a Great Fit Strong leadership and team development skills High level of accountability and professionalism Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment Organized, detail‑oriented, and process‑driven Strong communication skills Desire to grow into a Chef or leadership role Requirements 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, standards, and procedures Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Strong organizational and communication skills Willingness to travel occasionally (quarterly) Preferred (Not Required) Experience in catering or high‑volume production kitchens Experience training and developing kitchen staff ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain) Why This Role Is Different Not just a Sous Chef role—this is a leadership development position Opportunity to help build teams and improve operations Direct path to Executive Chef and beyond Work in a state‑of‑the‑art kitchen with structured systems and high standards Be part of a company focused on growth, quality, and long‑term development Bottom Line If you’re looking for a standard Sous Chef role, this isn’t it. If you want to grow into a Chef, develop teams, and be part of a high‑performing, high‑end catering operation , this is a real opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr