Executive Sous Chef

KYU is a renowned fine dining establishment known for its exceptional culinary offerings and commitment to delivering an outstanding guest experience. As a vibrant and dynamic restaurant, KYU prides itself on fostering a culture centered around excellence, teamwork, and innovation in the kitchen. The restaurant’s core values emphasize superior service, a positive work environment, and continuous growth, making it a sought-after workplace for culinary professionals passionate about their craft. KYU’s dedication to quality and guest satisfaction has established it as a distinguished name in the restaurant industry.

The Executive Sous Chef at KYU plays a critical leadership role in supporting the Chef de Cuisine by managing kitchen operations with focus on lunch and brunch services, inventory management, and waste logging. This position is integral in maintaining KYU’s high standards by ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen activities and fostering an environment that promotes creativity and efficiency. The Executive Sous Chef works closely with the entire kitchen team, especially the Sous Chef Team, to uphold operational excellence and consistent delivery of menu items that meet both culinary and guest expectations.

The role requires an individual who can be an ambassador for KYU’s core objectives and values, leading by example and inspiring the team to exceed targets related to guest satisfaction, cost control, and revenue generation. This leadership extends to employee relations, mentoring, and training, where the Executive Sous Chef ensures all team members are knowledgeable about Standard Operating Procedures and food specifications. They take responsibility for scheduling, reviewing timecards, and managing break compliance to maintain operational flow.

Additionally, the Executive Sous Chef handles various administrative duties such as inventory oversight, collaborating with the Chef de Cuisine on equipment maintenance, and completing employee write-ups and performance reviews. Effective communication is key to this role, with the Executive Sous Chef responsible for relaying important updates, managing event support, and ensuring all documentation and reports are complete and accurate. The ideal candidate exhibits strong attention to detail, motivation, and a positive, proactive attitude, combined with the technical skills necessary for fine dining kitchen management including proficiency in MS Office, POS systems, and restaurant software.

This is a full-time position that offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% medical insurance coverage, dental and vision options, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, bonus structures, and employee dining discounts. KYU maintains an inclusive hiring policy, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds without discrimination. Physical demands of the role include lifting up to 50 pounds and the ability to stand and walk for long periods. Joining KYU as an Executive Sous Chef means becoming part of a team dedicated to culinary excellence and exceptional dining experiences, where leadership, collaboration, and a passion for food come together to create success.