Sous Chef

Reports To: Director of Food Service

Location: Eagle Sky Camps Piedmont, Missouri

Compensation: $36,000 $42,000 annually (based on experience)

Benefits: Full-Time | Benefits Eligible

The Sous Chef serves as the operational leader of the kitchen, partnering closely with the DFS to ensure the successful execution of all daily food service operations. This position is responsible for maintaining consistency in food quality, leading meal production, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.

The Sous Chef is a hands-on leader who leads by example, providing guidance, encouragement, and accountability while working alongside the culinary team. This individual helps create an environment where excellence, teamwork, and servant leadership thrive, ensuring every meal reflects the hospitality and mission of Eagle Sky Camps.

In the absence of the DFS, the Sous Chef assumes responsibility for kitchen operations and staff leadership while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and guest service.

The ideal Sous Chef is dependable, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced team environment. They enjoy leading by example, coaching others, and working alongside their team to accomplish shared goals.

This individual is calm under pressure, adaptable, and committed to maintaining consistency and excellence in every meal served. They naturally encourage others, communicate clearly, and are passionate about creating an organized kitchen where people can succeed.

Successful candidates are servant leaders who value teamwork, embrace continuous improvement, and understand that hospitality is an important part of ministry.

• Christ-centered
  

• Servant leader
  

• Team-oriented
  

• Dependable
  

• Organized
  

• Adaptable
  

• Strong work ethic
  

• Positive attitude
  

• Coachable
  

• Encouraging
  

• Detail-oriented
  

• Professional
  

• Excellent communicator
  

• Calm under pressure
  

• Emotionally mature
  

• High integrity
  

• Flexible
  

• Committed to excellence
  

• Assist the DFS in planning, preparing, and executing daily meal service.
  

• Oversee food preparation to ensure consistency in quality, presentation, and taste.
  

• Lead meal production during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.
  

• Ensure recipes and portion standards are followed consistently.
  

• Assist with menu execution and accommodate dietary restrictions as directed.
  

• Supervise kitchen staff during daily operations.
  

• Lead by example through professionalism, humility, and servant leadership.
  

• Train, coach, and encourage kitchen team members.
  

• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new employees and seasonal staff.
  

• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
  

• Assume leadership responsibilities in the DFS absence.
  

• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and ServSafe standards.
  

• Monitor cleanliness and sanitation throughout all kitchen areas.
  

• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and rotation.
  

• Promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
  

• Address food safety concerns promptly and professionally.
  

• Assist with inventory management and stock rotation.
  

• Monitor food supplies and communicate purchasing needs to the DFS.
  

• Help reduce waste through proper portioning and inventory control.
  

• Maintain clean, organized storage areas, coolers, freezers, and workstations.
  

• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and cared for.
  

• Prepare meals that consistently meet Eagle Sky Camps' hospitality standards.
  

• Work efficiently to ensure meals are served on time.
  

• Demonstrate genuine care for guests through attention to detail and quality food preparation.
  

• Support special events, retreats, and ministry functions as needed.
  

• Model Christ-like character in daily interactions.
  

• Encourage and support fellow team members.
  

• Help cultivate a positive, Christ-centered work environment.
  

• Recognize every meal as an opportunity to serve others with excellence and hospitality.
  

• Support the mission of Eagle Sky Camps through a willingness to assist wherever needed.
  

As a frontline leader within the Food Service Department, the Sous Chef is expected to:

• Lead by example in attitude, professionalism, and work ethic.
  

• Foster teamwork through encouragement and accountability.
  

• Coach team members with patience and consistency.
  

• Communicate clearly with the DFS and kitchen staff.
  

• Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
  

• Take ownership of responsibilities while remaining flexible to support the broader ministry.
  

Within the first year, a successful Sous Chef will:

• Earn the trust and respect of the kitchen team.
  

• Help maintain consistently high-quality meals.
  

• Build confidence in leading daily kitchen operations.
  

• Improve kitchen organization and efficiency.
  

• Support a culture of teamwork, accountability, and encouragement.
  

• Maintain excellent sanitation and food safety standards.
  

• Successfully lead kitchen operations when the DFS is unavailable.
  

• Contribute to an exceptional dining experience for every guest.
  

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  

• One to three years of commercial kitchen or culinary experience.
  

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
  

• Ability to lead others while working alongside the team.
  

• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification upon hire.
  

• Previous supervisory or lead cook experience.
  

• Culinary education or formal culinary training.
  

• Experience preparing meals for large groups.
  

• Camp, conference center, hospitality, or ministry experience.
  

• Knowledge of inventory and food cost management.
  

• Full-time position.
  

• Primarily indoor work in a commercial kitchen environment.
  

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
  

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  

• Weekend, evening, and holiday work required during camp seasons and retreats.
  

• Exposure to hot surfaces, commercial kitchen equipment, and cleaning chemicals.
  

• Occasional outdoor work and participation in camp activities as needed.
  

• Competitive salary ($36,000 $42,000 annually)
  

• Health insurance
  

• Paid Time Off
  

• Retirement benefits (if applicable)
  

• Professional development opportunities
  

• Ministry-focused work environment
  

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact through Christian camping ministry
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All Eagle Sky Camps employees are expected to perform any other job-related tasks requested by leadership as needed to support the mission of the ministry.