Executive Sous Chef

Hurst, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

competitive salary with bonus potential

Access to comprehensive benefits, because when the game is always on, your well-being matters!

weekly pay

Flexible scheduling designed to promote work-life balance

Shift meal discount and generous family dining discount

Best in Class Training, Leadership Development, and Continuous Learning opportunities

Significant Advancement Opportunities within the company

paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Benefits / Reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

Champions of Hope

Cash Referral Program

Journey Wellbeing Support Tool

PerkSpot Discount Program

Recognition and awards program

Slip Resistant Shoes Programs

community and charitable involvement initiatives

Igniting Dreams Grant Program

Training Contests and incentives

Job Description

Buffalo Wild Wings is a well-established casual dining restaurant and sports bar known for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious wings paired with a wide variety of sauces and seasonings. Renowned for bringing people together to enjoy sports, food, and fun, Buffalo Wild Wings has cultivated a loyal customer base through its commitment to quality, consistency, and excellent service. The brand is synonymous with energetic venues where guests can experience live sports action while savoring flavorful meals. With numerous locations across the country, Buffalo Wild Wings prides itself on fostering a supportive environment for team members to grow and excel in their careers within the hospitality and food service industries.

As the Executive Sous Chef at Buffalo Wild Wings, you will be the culinary cornerstone of the location, playing a critical role in managing and leading the kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality food. Your responsibilities go beyond routine cooking duties to overseeing the entire kitchen operation when the Executive Chef is unavailable. This leadership role demands an individual who brings exceptional culinary skills and creativity alongside strong organizational capabilities. You will ensure that every dish meets the restaurant's exacting standards for preparation, presentation, and taste, even during high-volume service periods. Furthermore, your ability to mentor, motivate, and develop a team will significantly contribute to the overall guest experience, maintaining Buffalo Wild Wings' reputation for food excellence. The position emphasizes collaboration with front-of-house management and back-of-house staff to streamline operations and uphold food safety and sanitation protocols.

The Executive Sous Chef position is ideal for a dedicated culinary professional with proven experience in high-volume kitchens, capable of managing the pressures of a fast-paced environment without compromising quality. The company offers competitive salary packages with bonus potential, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible scheduling for work-life balance, and numerous opportunities for advancement. Additional perks such as shift meal discounts, leadership training, tuition reimbursement, and employee recognition programs further enrich this role, making it a compelling opportunity for chefs eager to expand their managerial and culinary expertise within a well-respected hospitality brand.

Job Requirements

Proven experience in a high-volume kitchen management role
Exceptional culinary skills
Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a kitchen team
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills
Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and 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, 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

Your role is central to managing the day-to-day operations, ensuring every dish meets our exacting standards for preparation and presentation, even during peak rush times
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