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Head Chef

DeVita & Hancock Hospitality
King, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/14/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Chef position at DeVita & Hancock Hospitality?

Chef / Kitchen Manager (High-Volume)

Lead an Exceptional Culinary Experience

Bring your passion for scratch cooking, great service, and team leadership to a role where youll shape the kitchens culture and guest experience. Were hiring growth-minded culinary leaders across BOH, FOH, and managementpeople who inspire teams, elevate standards, and create memorable dining.

Guide the Team

  • Create a relaxed, learning-driven kitchen: Facilitate hands-on training and formal programs; coach proper cooking techniques, knife skills, timing, and station management to drive culinary and service success.
  • Set the course: Oversee daily kitchen operations and contribute to menu development; create daily/weekly/monthly specials aligned with brand standards and seasonality.
  • Build the oasis: Manage expenses to budget; analyze and communicate monthly results (food cost, labor, supplies) against projected sales and business needs.
  • Support your crew: Ensure safety and sanitation compliance per federal/state/local law; monitor performance and reinforce skill transfer from training to the line.
  • Partner across the house: Co-lead pre-shifts and team meetings with FOH; collaborate to meet service goals and manage BOH expenses responsibly.


Qualifications

  • 3 years of high-volume culinary/hospitality experience.
  • 1 year of high-volume kitchen leadership (sous, exec sous, or chef de cuisine).
  • Current food handler certification and alcohol/service certifications as required by law.
  • Strong command of production standards: storage/rotation, prep, recipe adherence, plating, and ticket time goals.
  • Clear written and verbal communication; proven progression in scope and responsibility.
  • Comfortable with POS and common business tools (Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook).
  • Bachelors in Culinary Arts/Hospitality (or comparable experience) preferred.
  • Willingness to perform additional duties as needed to support operations.


Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other status protected by law. Applicants needing accommodation during the application process may request it.

Salary : $68,000 - $76,000

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