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Up to Par Management, LLC

Sous Chef - The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research

Up to Par Management, LLC, Danville, Virginia, United States, 24540

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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.

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.

Additional Information 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

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