# Sous Chef

> Inns of Aurora · Aurora, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-03

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Fargo Bar and Grill

## Description

Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations and staff to ensure high quality cuisine and enforce health standards.  

  

**Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:**

-   Responsible for kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine
-   Plan and direct all cooking processes and food preparation in the kitchen
-   Use quality control standards to ensure all food items are high quality and correctly portioned
-   Prep & Execute all catering events
-   Assist Chef de Cuisine in menu creation
-   Oversee and expedite preparation of all food items
-   Assist Chef de Cuisine with monthly food inventory
-   Monitor and address any issues with kitchen equipment and communicate issues to the Operations Manager
-   Supervise, oversee, and assist in managing the kitchen staff in accordance with the standards set forth by the Chef de Cuisine and Operations Manager
-   Assist in training of staff for job competence and to ensure staff is aware of all policies and procedures included in a food service business
-   Use progressive discipline effectively in the management of staff
-   Develop, train, implement and maintain food sanitation practices and safety protocol
-   Create strong, team-oriented relationships with and between staff members
-   Maintain a strong presence in the kitchen and facility
-   Ensure cleanliness of kitchen areas before, during and after meal periods
-   Coordinate opening and closing procedures
-   Ensure kitchen and staff members operate in accordance to the state and federal food and safety laws

## Requirements

-   Previous culinary and management/supervisory experience
-   Strong leadership qualities to assist in managing and motivating staff members
-   High levels of creativity and innovative qualities to inspire new ideas, recipes and general practices
-   Passion for the food industry
-   Excellent palate in order to taste, create and implement quality foods
-   Excellent culinary techniques
-   Ability to multi-task effectively under fast-paced working conditions
-   Ability to maintain neat, professional and clean appearance and practices
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, and general computer literacy
-   Must demonstrate a professional demeanor and possess strong interpersonal skills
-   Specialized organizational, written and verbal communication skills
-   Flexibility with hourly schedules, including weekend, holiday and evening availabilities

**PREFERENCES**

-   Degree from a culinary institute

-   Personal flair and desire for cuisine experimentation

-   Knowledge and understanding of workplace safety procedures

## Benefits

We are proud to offer outstanding benefits to all of our employees.

Full-time employees, those working 30 hours per week or more on average, are offered competitive medical and dental benefits, as well as generous paid time off packages.

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in our 401K program and supplementary benefits.

We are particularly proud to offer all of our employees a highly competitive employee discount at all of our lodging and dining properties.

## Apply

[Apply at Inns of Aurora](https://apply.workable.com/inns-of-aurora/j/D1AD071495/apply)

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