Sous Chef

Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern is a vibrant and welcoming neighborhood tavern known for its fun, fast, and friendly atmosphere. With over 60 locations, Rusty Bucket prides itself on creating a community-centered dining experience, where guests feel like part of the family. The establishment emphasizes putting associates first, offering opportunities for career growth, and fostering an inclusive and creative work environment. The company is well-regarded for promoting from within, with 80 percent of all positions filled by internal promotions, reflecting its commitment to employee development and success. Eligible associates also benefit from health insurance, dining discounts, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and closures on seven major holidays, illustrating the company’s dedication to work-life balance and associate well-being.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join the Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern team. In this role, you will be pivotal in ensuring that every meal served meets the highest standards of nutrition, safety, presentation, and flavor. The Sous Chef is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment, while also handling key administrative duties such as menu planning, budgeting, payroll management, and food cost control. Your leadership will be essential in establishing quality standards for food preparation, training kitchen associates in cooking techniques, portion control, and ensuring nutrient retention. As a vital part of the team, you will embody the company’s values by fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere among associates, guests, suppliers, partners, and the wider community.

The role requires a genuine approach to hospitality, with an emphasis on leadership, kindness, positivity, and teamwork. Our Sous Chef must demonstrate confidence and professionalism while upholding the Rusty Bucket culture. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations in line with health and safety regulations, protecting company financial assets, controlling costs, maximizing revenue, and ensuring compliance with all employment, food handling, and alcohol service laws. You will directly supervise all Heart of House associates, playing a crucial role in hiring, training, work assignment, performance appraisal, and conflict resolution. This position is full-time with a competitive annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $65,000, and a strong culture of support and development for all team members. Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity, creating a workplace where every associate feels valued and empowered.