FT Sous Chef

Our company is a well-established restaurant known for delivering an exceptional dining experience that combines creativity, passion, and quality. We emphasize a collaborative environment where culinary innovation and operational excellence are highly valued. We are committed to maintaining high standards in food preparation, customer service, and employee development. Our restaurant offers full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and professional growth of our team members. This commitment extends to providing a supportive workplace where employees can thrive and advance their culinary careers.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join our culinary team. This full-time role is integral to our kitchen operations, focusing on maintaining culinary standards, training staff, and assisting with menu development. The Sous Chef will be responsible for overseeing food purchasing, preparation, and quality control to ensure that all dishes meet the restaurant’s recipes and serving standards. Beyond the kitchen, the Sous Chef plays an important role in employee management, including interviewing, hiring, training, and evaluating kitchen staff to uphold our high standards of food quality and sanitation.

In this role, creativity and passion for food are essential, as the Sous Chef will contribute to frequently changing menus and innovative food presentation. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, managing labor schedules, controlling food costs, and ensuring that all equipment and kitchen areas meet cleanliness and safety requirements. Additionally, effective communication with the management team and other employees is necessary to maintain a smooth and efficient operation. The Sous Chef will also implement the restaurant’s employee performance appraisal process and corrective actions when needed.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent educational background, coupled with either a culinary degree or at least three years of experience in a Sous Chef role. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of kitchen experience in varied positions, including food preparation, line cook roles, and expediter duties, with at least six months in a comparable leadership capacity. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with managers, kitchen staff, dining room personnel, and guests are essential.

Our full-time benefits include up to 6% matching on our 403B retirement plan, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, and access to a free Employee Assistance Program. We also offer educational assistance for full-time and regular part-time team members, generous paid time off, onsite meal benefits, and access to onsite fitness, consignment, and pharmacy services. Payroll is processed bi-weekly via direct deposit, providing stability and convenience for our employees.

This is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals looking to grow their careers within a supportive and dynamic environment. The Sous Chef position offers both a challenging and rewarding experience where hands-on leadership and culinary creativity are recognized and valued. If you have a passion for exceptional food and dedication to excellence in kitchen management, we encourage you to apply and join our team dedicated to delivering superior dining experiences.