Executive Sous Chef

Sous Chef – The Miners 1928 Hotel

Location: Pottsville, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $45,000–$55,000 annually, based on experience

Job Description

The Miners 1928 Hotel is seeking an experienced, motivated, and passionate Sous Chef to join our growing culinary team!

As a luxury boutique hotel featuring a restaurant, lounge, and banquet/event venue, we are looking for a talented culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can help deliver exceptional dining experiences across multiple food service operations.

The Sous Chef will work closely with our Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high standards of food quality, and assist in executing everything from daily restaurant service to weddings, corporate functions, and large-scale banquets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations for the restaurant, lounge, and banquet/event venue.
• Supervise, train, and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and consistent food quality.
• Assist with food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Help coordinate and execute banquet menus for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and other special occasions.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portion sizes, and presentation across all dining outlets.
• Assist with inventory management, food ordering, cost control, and minimizing waste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Help manage kitchen schedules, workflow, and staffing needs.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and event teams to ensure successful execution of events.
• Step into a leadership role when the Executive Chef is unavailable.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Lead Line Cook, or similar culinary leadership position required.
• Experience in restaurant and banquet/event food service strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and work effectively with a culinary team.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple food service operations and high-volume events.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexible availability required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on restaurant and event schedules.
• Culinary degree or professional culinary training preferred but not required.

Compensation

$45,000–$55,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Why Join The Miners 1928 Hotel?

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Our culinary operations include restaurant and lounge dining, weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and large-scale banquets. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team, and is excited to help build an outstanding culinary experience.

Join our team and be part of something special at The Miners 1928 Hotel!

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person