Job Overview

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Benefits

competitive salary
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid sick leave
Dining Discounts

Job Description

June's All Day, an iconic neighborhood cafe and wine bar originally established on South Congress in Austin, is expanding its vibrant presence to Dallas. Operated under the esteemed umbrella of MML Hospitality, June's All Day offers a chic yet approachable dining experience that spans from morning espresso and brunch essentials to late-night bistro favorites such as steak frites, raw bar selections, and house-made pastas. Known for its lively atmosphere and high-energy service, June's All Day combines quality cuisine with a welcoming neighborhood vibe that caters to a diverse clientele throughout the day and night.

Joining the MML Hospitality group, a respected hospitality company known for fostering exceptional dining experiences and cultivating talent within restaurant teams, June's All Day Dallas launch represents an exciting new chapter. MML Hospitality's dedication to quality, innovation, and local culture creates a dynamic environment for culinary professionals who aspire to build a career in the hospitality industry. With this ambitious expansion, MML Hospitality is seeking an elite Opening Team dedicated to establishing June’s All Day’s standards from the start.

This role is for a passionate, organized, and experienced Sous Chef who will play a critical role during the opening and beyond. As a Sous Chef, you will be the operational anchor in the kitchen, responsible for working directly with the Executive Chef and MML culinary leadership to build a kitchen culture that embodies precision, consistency, and a high standard of culinary excellence. This is a high-volume, all-day menu environment that demands versatility and leadership across all service periods, from breakfast and brunch to dinner service.

Your role includes onboarding and training a new kitchen staff, managing daily line execution with an emphasis on quality and presentation, overseeing prep cycles, and ensuring smooth transitions between various service shifts. You will also maintain kitchen sanitation standards that meet all Dallas City Health Department regulations, assist in inventory management, control food costs by tracking waste and optimizing prep, and contribute to a motivated and professional kitchen team atmosphere.

The Sous Chef position requires culinary leadership someone who thrives in the fast-paced atmosphere of a scratch kitchen and is enthusiastic about the challenges and opportunities associated with launching a new restaurant. You should have a minimum of two years of experience in a similar role focused on high-volume, upscale dining environments, with experience in restaurant openings being highly advantageous. Your culinary skill set must be varied, including expertise in both breakfast/brunch stations and high-temperature evening grill work.

The work schedule demands flexibility, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays during the launch phase. Beyond the operational responsibilities, we are looking for a composed leader with excellent communication skills who can maintain morale and inspire the kitchen team during peak service times.

In return for your dedication and skill, June's All Day and MML Hospitality offer a competitive base salary with clear opportunities for growth. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and sick leave; generous dining discounts across MML Hospitality concepts; and invaluable hands-on experience leading a significant Dallas restaurant opening. This is a rare chance to contribute to an exciting hospitality venture backed by a reputable company known for quality and innovation in the food and beverage industry.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum two years of culinary experience in a sous chef or similar leadership role
  • Experience working in a high-volume scratch kitchen
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to maintain kitchen sanitation standards according to health regulations
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Effective communication and leadership abilities
  • Commitment to maintaining high-quality food preparation and presentation standards

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum two years of experience as a sous chef, junior sous, or senior lead line cook in a high-volume, upscale scratch kitchen
  • Experience with new restaurant openings is a major plus
  • Proven ability to manage diverse station rhythms from breakfast to evening service
  • Strong knife skills and knowledge of classic culinary techniques
  • Excellent verbal communication skills under pressure
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team
  • Passion for quality ingredients and clean station maintenance

Job Duties

  • Assist with initial kitchen setup, station organization, recipe rollouts, and BOH onboarding prior to doors opening
  • Lead from the front by expediting or running the pass during peak rushes, making sure every plate leaves the kitchen meeting strict quality and presentation standards
  • Oversee the smooth operational shift between morning/brunch prep cycles and high-volume evening bistro service
  • Assist with daily food ordering, vendor receiving, prep par management, food waste tracking, and inventory counts to hit targeted prime costs
  • Maintain a safe, immaculately clean, and organized kitchen environment compliant with all Dallas City Health Department regulations
  • Mentor, train, and motivate line cooks and prep cooks, creating a respectful, professional, and growth-oriented kitchen environment
  • Work flexible shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays during the launch phase

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