What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef – Leadership Track (Steady Role with Growth Opportunity) position at Iacofano's Catering & Events?
Description
What’s in it for you
- Starting Pay: $23–$27/hour based on experience
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Holiday pay at time and a half
- Free employee meals
- Overtime opportunities available
- Consistent, full-time leadership role with steady hours
- Work in a clean, organized, high-volume catering kitchen
- Be part of a growing operation with long-term opportunity
- Clear path to Executive Chef and leadership roles
Career Growth & Opportunity
- Clear path to Executive Chef and leadership roles
- Opportunity to help build and develop kitchen teams
- Work directly with leadership on systems and execution
- Be part of a company expanding across multiple locations
Leadership Development & Travel
This role is primarily based in Cleveland (Brook Park), with occasional travel (typically once per quarter) to:
- Support other kitchen locations
- Assist with training and team development
- Help maintain consistency across operations
Position Overview
Iacofano’s Catering & Events is hiring a Sous Chef – Leadership Track for our Cleveland (Brook Park / 44128) location.
This is a hands-on leadership role in a high-volume catering kitchen where consistency, organization, and execution are critical.
You will lead kitchen teams, support daily production, and help ensure all food meets quality and timing standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support kitchen teams during daily production
- Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
- Train and develop cooks (Cook 1 ? Cook 2 ? Cook 3)
- Maintain kitchen systems, processes, and organization
- Support Expo/QA and logistics coordination when needed
- Assist with scheduling and production planning
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
- Travel occasionally to support other locations
What Makes a Great Fit
- Strong leadership and team support skills
- Reliable and accountable
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Strong communication skills
- Interest in long-term growth within the company
Requirements
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior-level cook
- Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food production
- Ability to lead teams and manage high-volume production
- Ability to follow and enforce systems and procedures
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8 hours)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Willingness to travel occasionally (quarterly)
Preferred (Not Required)
- Experience in catering or high-volume kitchens
- Experience training and developing staff
- ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
We are looking for team members who are dependable, take ownership of their work, and are committed to maintaining quality and consistency.
Why This Role Is Different
- Consistent hours vs unpredictable restaurant schedules
- Structured, high-volume production environment
- Clear expectations and systems
- Opportunity to grow into leadership roles
- A company focused on stability and long-term success
Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a standard kitchen job, this isn’t it.
If you want a steady leadership role with consistent hours and opportunity to grow, this is a strong fit.
Salary : $23 - $27