Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Sous Chef responsible for helping to prepare fabulous meals at an independent school in Philadelphia, PA, which educates students Pre-K through grade 12.

**This position has a tentative start date of mid-late August 2026.

Pay rate: $27 Per Hour

What the Sous Chef will do:

Ensure quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product.
Assist Chef with all aspects of production; work collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipe and menu offerings daily
Train additional kitchen staff in accordance with MG recipes and kitchen policies
Conducts training and in-services for staff in an assigned area
Use traditional, made-from-scratch preparation methods and keep accurate production logs.
Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down food and supplies at assigned stations
Adhere to food safety, sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings
Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste through driving sustainability programs to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
Guide kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures serving food according to standards
Additional duties may include: Fill in for Chef when necessary, purchasing/ordering necessary products, responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested

What the Sous Chef will need:

Must be able to pass an FBI background check
Formal Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary experience at a Chef or Sous Chef level required
Experience with high-volume foodservice operations, preferably contract dining or hotel service, required
Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred
High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
Excellent communication and good organizational skills
Flexibility; ability to switch between locations and job duties
Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification preferred
Reliable Transportation

What the Sous Chef will get:

Competitive Pay, Meals, Uniforms, Training & Mentorship, Benefits such as Health, Vision, Dental, and more!

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about serving others.

Enjoy a small, community-focused environment where you may grow your leadership and hospitality skills, and your career opportunities with an employee-owned, value-based company. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the Pennsylvania market!

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Meriwether Godsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.

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