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Executive Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive salary with bonus potential
weekly pay
flexible scheduling
shift meal discount
family dining discount
paid time off (PTO)
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition benefits/reimbursement
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Champions of Hope
Cash Referral Program
Journey Wellbeing Support Tool
PerkSpot Discount Program
Recognition and awards program
Slip resistant shoes program
community and charitable involvement initiatives
Igniting Dreams Grant Program
Training Contests and incentives

Job Description

Buffalo Wild Wings is a leading casual dining restaurant chain renowned for its vibrant atmosphere centered around sports entertainment, high-quality wings, and a wide variety of sauces and flavors. Established as a favorite destination for guests seeking not only great food but also an engaging social experience, Buffalo Wild Wings prides itself on creating an energetic and welcoming environment that appeals to sports fans and food lovers alike. With locations across the country, the brand emphasizes consistency, quality, and community engagement, making it one of the top casual dining franchises in the food service industry.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proven experience in kitchen leadership roles
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
  • Strong physical stamina to handle the demands of a high-volume kitchen
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a high-volume kitchen management role such as sous chef or kitchen manager
  • Exceptional culinary skills with a deep understanding of food preparation techniques, quality control, and presentation
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a large kitchen team effectively
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills capable of efficiently directing all back-of-house operations
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with the executive chef, front-of-house management, and team members
  • Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness

Job Duties

  • Oversee and manage all aspects of kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef
  • Lead, train, and manage the culinary team to ensure consistent execution of all menu items and recipes
  • Maintain stringent food quality and presentation standards for every dish served
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving processes to control food costs and minimize waste
  • Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations (HACCP)
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships and communication with both back-of-house and front-of-house teams
  • Contribute to menu development, recipe refinement, and kitchen efficiency improvements
  • Conduct regular kitchen equipment inspections and coordinate necessary maintenance or repairs
  • Manage kitchen labor costs through efficient scheduling and deployment of team members

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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