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Sous Chef

Institute for Advanced Learning & Research
Danville, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026


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.

As Sous Chef, you are the backbone of our kitchen operations. You'll work closely with the Executive Chef, serve as a bridge between the kitchen and front-of-house teams, and ensure every plate leaving the line meets our standards for quality, presentation, and flavor. This role is ideal for a hands-on culinary professional ready to lead, mentor, and innovate.

Compensation and Benefits: $50,000 - $55,000/ per year. Full-Time Team Members receive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts and Benefit Bay.  

What You'll Be Doing: 

  • 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
  • What We're Looking For:

  • 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
  • Why IALR?

    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.

    Ready to lead, create, and inspire?
    Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career with IALR.



    Additional Information: Kindly, be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities, duties, or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 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, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace 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.

    About: Up to Par Management | Taylor Hospitality Vision is to be an Exceptional Hospitality and Golf Management Company built by Exceptional Team Members who are Delivering on our Purpose to Positively Impact Others.




    Salary : $50,000 - $55,000

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