Executive Sous Chef
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LocationSesame Place Philadelphia
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedAug 3, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Driver's license required
Minimum of 3 years in culinary leadership
Advanced knowledge in Food Cost Management
Advanced knowledge in Menu Engineering
Experienced in Inventory management control
Advanced knowledge of Food & Safety standards and protocols
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Outlook
3+ years experience in a high volume atmosphere preferred
Experience as a Chef managing multiple outlets preferred
Advanced experience in running a Culinary Back-of-house P&L preferred
Experience as a Chef or Sous Chef in a Theme Park or Amusement park atmosphere preferred
Ability to stand, walk, and move swiftly for several hours at a time; and required to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays and be available for on call status as needed
Ability to travel to other park locations
Skills
Excel
Outlook
Benefits
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Complimentary tickets
Park discounts
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Voluntary insurance
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Health care FSA
Dependent care FSA
Employee assistance program
Legal assistance
Tuition reimbursement
About the company
Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We’re seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!
About the role
The sights! The sounds! The tastes! A great eating experience is just as big a part of our guest experience as our rides, attractions and shows. And you’ll provide the expertise and leadership that makes it all happen. Right now, we have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a passionate, forward-thinking Executive Sous Chef – and if this sounds like you – dive right in!
What you get to do:
The Executive Sous Chef oversees all daily Culinary Operations of Restaurants, Carts & Kiosks, Specialty Snacks, Catering, & Special events while also managing all kitchen (back of house) staff and being responsible for producing a cost-effective, high-quality product in all locations.
You will also:
Responsibilities
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Partner with the Vice President of Revenue to lead, develop, and oversee the Culinary Management team.
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Oversee daily Culinary Operations
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Be accountable for overall food cost and food inventory levels along with food safety protocols and cleanliness
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Responsible for food cost and recipe management including menu design, planning and operational execution
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Engage with social media marketing department to create fun, creative items to market to guests.
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Lead menu planning and seasonal food items
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Cover Culinary Department Duty Manager
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Be responsible for food inventories in-Park and in the warehouse
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Be responsible for training of new cooks and team members
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Be involved in event menu planning & execution
What it takes to succeed:
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A passion for customer service
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Flexible, detail oriented and customer focused
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Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and time-management skills
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Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership abilities
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Active listener with the ability to anticipate guests’ needs
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Exceptional supervisory abilities
What else is important:
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Driver’s license required
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Minimum of 3 years in culinary leadership
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Advanced knowledge in Food Cost Management
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Advanced knowledge in Menu Engineering
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Experienced in Inventory management control
•
Advanced knowledge of Food & Safety standards and protocols
•
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Outlook
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Advanced knowledge of Food Cost & Inventory Management
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Advanced knowledge of menu planning and engineering
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Advanced knowledge of Inventory management control
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Advanced knowledge of Culinary Food & Safety Protocols
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Role will be active in park work indoors and outdoors moving from venue to venue. Administrative and strategic menu work in an office setting as required.
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Ability to stand, walk, and move swiftly for several hours at a time; and required to lift up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays and be available for on call status as needed.
•
Ability to travel to other park locations
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Adherence to the Parks time and attendance policy
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3+ years experience in a high volume atmosphere preferred
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Experience as a Chef managing multiple outlets preferred
•
Advanced experience in running a Culinary “Back-of-house” P&L preferred
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Experience as a Chef or Sous Chef in a Theme Park or Amusement park atmosphere preferred
The perks of the position:
As part of the SeaWorld family, you’ll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:
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Paid Floating Holidays
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Accrual based Paid Time Off
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SEA Employee Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
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SEA Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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401K plan
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Voluntary Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Disability Benefits
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Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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Employee Assistance Program
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Legal Assistance Plan
Join the team!
If you’re looking for the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in a one-of-a-kind setting with an entertainment industry leader, we’re looking for you!
The perks of the position:
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Paid Time Off
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Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
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Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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401K Retirement plan
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Voluntary Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Disability Benefits
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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Employee Assistance Program
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Legal Assistance Plan
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
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