Sous Chef - Institute Advanced Learning and Research

Sous Chef - The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research

Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑standard kitchen where creativity meets consistency? Are you a natural leader who can inspire a team, maintain excellence, and step in wherever needed? The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is seeking a Sous Chef who is as passionate about people and process as they are about food.

Base pay range: $50,000 − $55,000 per year

Compensation and Benefits: Full‑time team members receive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits.

• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff with a strong focus on consistency, technique, and presentation
• Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, portion control, and plating
• Monitor line operations and ensure smooth, efficient service
• Prepare a diverse range of cuisine using skill, precision, and creativity
• Collaborate with wait staff to exceed guest expectations
• Uphold all sanitation, safety, and health regulations in a clean, organized kitchen
• Assist the Chef/Executive Chef with daily operations, planning, and execution
• Help establish procedures, schedules, and efficient workflows
• Support hiring, training, and motivating kitchen staff
• Complete required daily reports and documentation
• Stay current on culinary and industry trends and incorporate them into operations
• Step into any kitchen role as needed to keep service running seamlessly

• Culinary school graduate preferred
• 5‑6 years of relevant culinary experience (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, styles, and trends
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent judgment and decision‑making ability
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment
• Clear, effective communication across diverse teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google applications
• Bilingual skills a plus

At the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, we believe food is part of the experience. You’ll work in a professional, mission‑driven environment that values innovation, education, and quality—where your skills and leadership truly make an impact.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Hospitality