Executive Sous Chef

La Vetta is an exciting new Italian dining destination brought to life by Southern Cross Hospitality, located in the vibrant downtown Savannah, Georgia at 15 W Broughton St. This establishment is poised to redefine Italian cuisine by blending traditional Italian heritage with a modern global perspective. The culinary vision is directed by a chef who has earned the prestigious 1 Michelin Star, ensuring a high caliber of culinary excellence and innovation. La Vetta places a strong emphasis on seasonal ingredients, innovative cooking methods, and sleek, elegant plating that stays true to authentic Italian flavors. The restaurant environment aims to balance sophistication with warmth, creating an experience that is polished yet inviting, and precise but never overly formal.

As part of an upcoming launch scheduled for this spring, the team at La Vetta is passionate about hospitality and service. Every member of the team, from the kitchen to the dining room and bar, plays a critical role in delivering an exceptional guest experience. La Vetta is more than a place to dine; it is a destination where the culture, craft, and passion of Italian cuisine are celebrated with a contemporary twist.

The Executive Sous Chef position at La Vetta is a full-time role offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience. This key leadership position is responsible for the effective and efficient execution of daily kitchen operations under the guidance of the Executive Chef. The Executive Sous Chef will focus on maintaining strict production schedules, upholding rigorous quality control standards, and managing financial performance through vigilant labor cost control and waste prevention strategies. Management of the kitchen team, fostering a culture of professionalism, operational excellence, and collaborative spirit will be central to success in this role.

This role requires a proactive leader who can oversee inventory receiving processes, ensuring all goods meet quality and freshness standards and are processed using FIFO (first in, first out) and systematic labeling. The Executive Sous Chef will serve as the central communication point during service, effectively managing ticket flow and coordinating cross-departmental efforts to ensure smooth operations. Adept in coaching and mentoring the culinary brigade, this role demands skill in assigning clear duties, maintaining high standards for recipe execution and portion control, and ensuring sanitation compliance.

The successful candidate will take charge of quality checks on food preparation and presentation throughout the service period and will handle guest feedback with a problem-solving attitude to enhance overall food quality and customer satisfaction. Additionally, the Executive Sous Chef will be tasked with maintaining accurate kitchen documentation such as temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and HACCP records to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Effective scheduling and labor management to optimize coverage and control costs, along with equipment maintenance oversight, will be essential duties. This leadership position also supports continuous improvement initiatives focused on kitchen workflow and productivity enhancements.

Overall, the Executive Sous Chef plays a pivotal role in upholding La Vetta’s mission to deliver exceptional Italian dining experiences that honor tradition while embracing innovation. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to work with a Michelin-starred culinary team in an exciting new venue in Savannah, making a significant impact on both the operational success of the kitchen and the elevation of the restaurant’s esteemed reputation.