Sous Chef – Leadership Track (Steady Role with Growth Opportunity)

What’s in it for you

• Starting Pay: $23–$27/hour based on experience
• Weekly pay schedule for consistent and predictable compensation.
• 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

Interview Opportunities

• Monthly Open House: Fourth Monday of every month | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Walk-In Hiring Hours: Tuesdays | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Scheduled Interviews: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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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