ROCKET FARM RESTAURANTS SOUS CHEF – UP TO $70K/yr. + BONUS (Charlotte)

Rocket Farm Restaurants is a renowned and innovative restaurant group dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences across multiple cities including Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park. Known for our vibrant, supportive culture and passionate culinary teams, we prioritize respect, dignity, and care not only in how we serve our guests but also in how we treat one another behind the scenes. As a company, we live by the philosophy, "We serve the person who is serving the guest," which means our approach starts with fostering a positive and collaborative work environment from the kitchen to the dining room. This philosophy strengthens our commitment to excellence and authenticity, ensuring each guest is met with outstanding service and quality every time they visit any of our locations.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. The Sous Chef plays a critical role in managing the hourly, back-of-house staff and supporting the day-to-day operations of various kitchen functions such as production, prep, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving. This leadership position involves not only ensuring the culinary team adheres strictly to established recipes for consistent presentation and flavor but also stepping up to lead the kitchen effectively in the absence of the Executive Chef. The ideal candidate is a natural leader with at least three years of progressive culinary experience, including at least one year in a Lead Cook or Sous Chef role. This person will have the ability to motivate, inspire, and maintain a cohesive kitchen team, handling pressure calmly and proactively solving potential challenges.

At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the Sous Chef will benefit from a competitive salary ranging between $55,000 and $70,000 per year, depending on experience, coupled with a generous quarterly bonus program. Full benefits eligibility begins after just 30 days of employment, including major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Our employees enjoy a supportive culture reinforced by ethical work practices and numerous opportunities for career advancement, including dynamic performance-based raises and promotions. Additionally, we offer paid time off, childbirth recovery leave, and parental leave to support a healthy work-life balance, along with significant long-term retention bonuses.

Employees also receive time off on major holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day, along with a 50 percent discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurant locations. To further nurture leadership and professional growth, we provide Rocket Farm University, featuring specialized leadership courses and personalized career support, alongside employee-led mentorship programs, advisory councils, and safety committees. If you are driven, passionate about culinary arts, and eager to be part of a heartfelt, innovative team, apply today and help continue the legacy of excellence at Rocket Farm Restaurants.