Full-Time Sous Chef

Overview Kings Island is seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to support our Food & Beverage operations across the park. This role partners with the Executive Chef to ensure high-quality food execution, consistency, and operational excellence across multiple in-park dining locations, while also supporting catering and special events as needed. The ideal candidate brings strong culinary skills, leadership experience, and a passion for delivering an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Responsibilities Support the Executive Chef in overseeing day-to-day culinary operations across park restaurants and food production areas Assist with menu development, product selection, and continuous improvement of food quality and consistency Provide leadership, coaching, and development forculinary team members Ensure consistent execution of recipes, presentation, and portion standards Monitor and enforce compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations Maintain standards for food handling, storage, equipment use, and cleanliness Collaborate with management to meet daily operational needs and service demands Support purchasing, inventory, and cost control efforts, including minimizing waste and managing food costs Assist with commissary production and distribution to support park-wide needs Provide support for catering and special events, ensuring smooth execution and quality standards Drive improvements in guest satisfaction, food quality, and internal audit performance Mentor and develop seasonal supervisors, cooks, and culinary team members Qualifications Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role in a fast-paced environment Experience in multi-unit or high-volume food operations preferred Knowledge of food cost controls, inventory, and purchasing Experience with menu development and team training Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and storage practices ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain) Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr Canada's Wonderland