Sous Chef at Mintahoe Inc – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Catering & Events | High-Volume, Creative, Hospitality-Driven

Join a culinary organization where craft, precision, and hospitality come together. We are an established and respected catering and events company specializing in full-service weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and premium drop-off catering. Our kitchens support both refined production and live event execution, requiring strong leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence.

We are seeking a Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and brings both culinary talent and operational discipline to the table. This role is ideal for a chef who leads by example, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering exceptional food at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Executive Chef to execute menus with consistency, creativity, and efficiency

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including production planning, prep oversight, and event execution

• Supervise and guide kitchen staff during production days, tastings, and on-site events

• Oversee corporate drop-off catering production, ensuring accuracy, timing, and presentation standards

• Uphold all food quality, sanitation, and safety standards across production and service

• Assist with ordering, inventory management, and vendor coordination

• Train, mentor, and support kitchen team members, fostering accountability and professional growth

• Step seamlessly into service and production needs; this is a hands-on leadership role

Qualifications & Experience

• 2- 4+ years of experience in a high-volume professional kitchen; catering or events experience strongly preferred

• Proven ability to manage multiple timelines while maintaining composure and attention to detail

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• A solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to lead calmly under pressure

• Passion for seasonal, thoughtful, and well-executed food

• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as dictated by event schedules

• Valid driver’s license (multiple venues supported)

• Comfortable using kitchen-related technology and basic computer systems

What We Offer

• A collaborative, professional culinary team that values respect and accountability

• Opportunities to contribute creatively to menus and event experiences

• A dynamic schedule balancing structured production with exciting live events

• Competitive compensation, growth potential, and long-term stability

• A positive culture that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and pride in execution

If you are energized by variety, take pride in your work, and believe that exceptional food is at the heart of unforgettable events, we would welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

Apply today and help us create extraordinary experiences—one event at a time.