Sous Chef

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations. This role is vital in maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and service excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for fine dining, strong leadership skills, and extensive experience in food production, menu planning, and kitchen management. You will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff, managing inventory, ensuring compliance with food safety protocols, and supporting the overall success of our culinary offerings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the dining experience and foster a collaborative, motivated team environment.

Please email your resume to View email address on aiapply.co

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation, cooking, and presentation in line with quality standards.
• Oversee food safety sanitizing procedures, ensuring compliance with all health regulations and safety protocols.
• Manage inventory control and food handling processes to minimize waste and optimize costs while maintaining freshness and quality.
• Assist in menu planning, catering coordination, and special event preparations to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Monitor shift operations, coordinate staffing schedules, and ensure smooth workflow during busy periods.
• Implement food production techniques that meet fine dining standards while supporting dietary department requirements when applicable.
• Maintain a positive team environment through effective leadership, training, and mentorship of kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food service management within a restaurant or hospitality setting, with a focus on fine dining or catering environments.
• Demonstrated supervising experience with strong team management skills.
• Extensive culinary experience including food preparation, cooking techniques, and menu planning.
• Knowledge of inventory management, cost control measures, and food safety sanitizing procedures.
• Familiarity with banquet operations, dietary requirements, and catering services is highly desirable.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Excellent communication skills combined with leadership qualities necessary for managing teams effectively.

Join us to be part of a vibrant culinary team where your leadership will inspire excellence! We value passionate professionals committed to delivering outstanding food experiences while fostering a collaborative work environment dedicated to growth and success.

Compensation: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

About Us

Looking Glass Brewing Co. is a local business independently owned and operated by Lansing natives!

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President and CEO, Joel Dillingham, has more than 25 years of sales and operations experience. Lee Streeter is Head Brewer and COO, has been brewing a wide range of beer styles since 1994 on 10 gallon, 7bbl & 17bbl systems.

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Looking Glass is a great gathering place for friends and family to enjoy Awesome Service, Tasty, locally made beer, mead, cider, seltzer, wine and handcrafted food prepared by Chef Moyer to satisfy all appetites!