Job Title: Sous Chef
Location: Independence Beer Garden, Philadelphia, PA
Reports to: Exec Sous, Executive Chef
Classification: SEASONAL, Exempt, Full-Time/Part-Time
Schulson Collective is a leading Philadelphia-based restaurant group founded by acclaimed chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson. Known for imaginative concepts and elevated hospitality, Schulson Collective is behind some of the city’s most celebrated restaurants, including Double Knot, Harp & Crown, Sampan, Independence Beer Garden, DK Sushi, Dear Daphni and Graffiti Bar. With additional destinations like Double Knot in Miami, FL and Double Knot in NYC, the Collective blends culinary artistry with innovative design across a range of unique experiences.
Independence Beer Garden is a SEASONAL work opportunity, with the potential for continued employment at the end of the season. Continued employment is not guaranteed.
Independence Beer Garden is a vibrant 20,000-square-foot outdoor venue located in historic Philadelphia, directly overlooking the Liberty Bell and Independence National Historical Park. Known for its laid-back atmosphere and industrial-chic design featuring reclaimed wood, string lights, and lawn games, the space is a go-to destination for locals and tourists alike. With an extensive selection of American craft beers, shareable snacks, and casual comfort food, Independence Beer Garden offers a fun, high-volume environment perfect for those passionate about food, beverage, and guest experience. Join a dynamic team at one of Philadelphia’s most iconic outdoor dining spots.
Summary/Objective
The Sous Chef is responsible for planning and directing food preparation in the kitchen, under the direction of the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hires, trains, develops, and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consults with human resources as appropriate.
- Responsible for food costs and labor costs in assigned restaurant.
- Work with Executive Chef on developing new menu items, tastings and staying on top of trends.
- Responsible for developing relationships with vendors, ensuring Schulson Collective maximizes profits and opportunities.
- Supervises hourly back-of-house staff and fills a role on the line or expo as needed.
- Schedules staff per business needs, files reports, and monitors time & attendance as needed.
- Submits nightly reports on service, sales, labor & liquor costs, negative impressions, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position manages all restaurant hourly BOH staff and is involved in the planning, hiring, training and development
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
For more information on the Schulson Collective, please visit www.michaelschulson.com
Schulson Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.
