Executive Sous Chef

True Food Kitchen is a full-service restaurant collection with locations spanning from coast to coast across the United States. We are renowned for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Our commitment extends beyond just food—we believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world. At True Food Kitchen, you are not just taking a job; you are embarking on a journey to find your true purpose through culinary excellence, community involvement, and dedicated teamwork. Our restaurants pride themselves on providing an environment that nurtures talent, creativity, and a passion for healthful living while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.

We are currently looking for a passionate and experienced Chef to join our team. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing all back-of-house operations and contributing significantly to the overall success of the restaurant. This position demands a blend of culinary creativity, operational excellence, and strong interpersonal skills to lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team. The role involves meticulous attention to detail, from opening and closing the line with precise checks, overseeing food preparation and presentation, to maintaining stringent health and safety standards according to EcoSure and Health inspection protocols.

As a Chef at True Food Kitchen, you will play a vital role in hiring, developing, and managing back-of-house employees, ensuring their schedules align with company standards and state law. Additionally, you will partner closely with the Executive Chef to manage the restaurant's profit and loss statement, optimizing profits through controlling food costs, labor, and inventory. Ordering supplies and verifying invoicing processes will also be part of your responsibilities. Your role requires open communication and alignment with the front-of-house team to guarantee seamless adherence to True Food Kitchen standards, fostering a collaborative environment dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Ideal candidates will bring a minimum of three years of experience in a chef role within a full-service, high-volume restaurant. You should possess advanced knowledge of the financial aspects of restaurant operations and demonstrate resilience under pressure, consistently handling last-minute requests with ease. Your passion for culinary excellence, coupled with your aptitude for coaching and leading teams, will enable you to drive performance and excellence in every aspect of the kitchen’s daily operations.

True Food Kitchen offers a competitive compensation package with quarterly bonuses, a comprehensive suite of health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and additional perks such as pet insurance, gym membership discounts, pre-paid legal support, and a 401K plan with TRUE Matching. You will also enjoy dining discounts and family meals, along with access to various perks and discounts through Perkspot. We take pride in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our colleagues can thrive, and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion across all aspects of employment.