Restaurant Sous Chef

Sullivan's Steakhouse is a renowned fine dining establishment located in Omaha, recognized for its exceptional steakhouse experience that combines tradition with modern culinary excellence. The restaurant prides itself on providing a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, featuring high-quality service alongside vibrant, friendly hospitality. Guests at Sullivan's Steakhouse enjoy a menu that highlights an extensive selection of bone-in steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes, homemade desserts, and an impressive array of sophisticated cocktails. Popular favorites include The Knockout Martini, Crispy Shanghai Calamari, and the signature House-Cut Steaks. The venue also boasts a lively bar area with live entertainment and weekly 'Swingin' at Sully’s' happy hours, positioning itself as a premier destination for both casual and celebratory dining experiences across Omaha.

The Sous Chef role at Sullivan's Steakhouse is a pivotal leadership position within the kitchen team, designed for culinary professionals who are passionate about excellence in food preparation, team development, and operational efficiency. This hands-on leadership role supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring that every dish delivered meets the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation in line with the restaurant's brand. The Sous Chef leads by example, working closely with the culinary team to manage day-to-day activities including food prep, service coordination, inventory management, ordering processes, and maintaining sanitation standards.

This position demands a culinary professional who is adept in both classic and contemporary cooking techniques and understands the nuances of running a high-performance scratch kitchen environment. Responsibilities include enforcing kitchen systems, recipes, plating guides, and prep lists to promote organizational efficiency and ensure flawless execution during service. The Sous Chef also plays an integral role in creating and executing daily features and special event menus, balancing creativity with consistency to uphold Sullivan’s culinary reputation.

Moreover, the role involves monitoring labor and food costs to support the restaurant's profitability goals while maintaining the uncompromising quality guests expect. A key aspect of the role is the training and ongoing development of kitchen staff such as line cooks and prep workers, fostering a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and pride in work. The Sous Chef ensures all food handling and safety protocols comply with health regulations and acts as the kitchen leader in the Executive Chef’s absence, ensuring smooth and efficient operations at all times.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse offers a competitive compensation package starting at $65,000 per year, with potential for performance-based bonuses. Benefits include a 401(k) with employer matching, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid training, and employee meals and discounts. This role is ideal for culinary professionals seeking to advance their leadership skills within one of Omaha’s top fine dining kitchens, working alongside dedicated professionals in an environment that values teamwork, craftsmanship, and career growth.