Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive salary with bonus potential
Access to comprehensive benefits
weekly pay
flexible scheduling
shift meal discount
Generous family dining discount
best in class training
Leadership development
Continuous learning opportunities
Significant advancement opportunities
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Benefits
Tuition 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 involvement
charitable involvement
Igniting Dreams Grant Program
Training Contests and incentives
Job Description
Buffalo Wild Wings is a prominent American casual dining restaurant and sports bar franchise known for its vibrant atmosphere, extensive menu of wings, and a commitment to delivering a memorable dining experience centered around sports entertainment. Founded in 1982, the company has grown into a leading sports bar brand with locations nationwide, catering to guests seeking a combination of great food, friendly service, and an energetic environment. As a company, Buffalo Wild Wings emphasizes teamwork, quality, and community involvement while fostering an inclusive workplace culture that encourages the growth and development of its employees.
The Executive Sous Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings plays a pivotal role within the restaurant's kitchen operations. This position acts as the culinary cornerstone for the location, ensuring that all food prepared in the kitchen meets the brand's high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for leading the kitchen team effectively, overseeing daily culinary activities, and maintaining a seamless flow of operations, especially during the most demanding periods. This role requires exceptional culinary skill, a deep understanding of food safety protocols, and strong leadership capabilities.
As the Executive Sous Chef, you will be directly involved with managing kitchen inventory, controlling food costs, minimizing waste, and ensuring health and sanitation compliance in line with HACCP standards. Collaboration with the Executive Chef and front-of-house management is critical to maintaining harmony between kitchen production and guest service. This leadership role also involves mentoring and training culinary staff, contributing to menu development, refining recipes, and continuously seeking improvements in kitchen efficiency and overall guest satisfaction. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, all designed to support your professional growth while maintaining work-life balance in a dynamic and fast-paced restaurant environment. If you are passionate about culinary arts and leadership and eager to contribute to a nationally recognized brand, the Executive Sous Chef role at Buffalo Wild Wings presents an exciting career opportunity.
The Executive Sous Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings plays a pivotal role within the restaurant's kitchen operations. This position acts as the culinary cornerstone for the location, ensuring that all food prepared in the kitchen meets the brand's high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for leading the kitchen team effectively, overseeing daily culinary activities, and maintaining a seamless flow of operations, especially during the most demanding periods. This role requires exceptional culinary skill, a deep understanding of food safety protocols, and strong leadership capabilities.
As the Executive Sous Chef, you will be directly involved with managing kitchen inventory, controlling food costs, minimizing waste, and ensuring health and sanitation compliance in line with HACCP standards. Collaboration with the Executive Chef and front-of-house management is critical to maintaining harmony between kitchen production and guest service. This leadership role also involves mentoring and training culinary staff, contributing to menu development, refining recipes, and continuously seeking improvements in kitchen efficiency and overall guest satisfaction. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, all designed to support your professional growth while maintaining work-life balance in a dynamic and fast-paced restaurant environment. If you are passionate about culinary arts and leadership and eager to contribute to a nationally recognized brand, the Executive Sous Chef role at Buffalo Wild Wings presents an exciting career opportunity.
Job Requirements
- 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
- strong communication skills for effective collaboration with Executive Chef and front-of-house management
- commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness
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
- strong communication skills for effective collaboration with Executive Chef and front-of-house management
- 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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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