Sous Chef

Yard House is a vibrant and dynamic restaurant brand renowned for its unique combination of craft beer, classic rock music, and an exceptional dining experience. Established as a part of the Darden Family of Restaurants, the world’s largest casual dining company, Yard House has grown into a well-loved destination featuring over 85 restaurants nationwide. Yard House prides itself on delivering high-quality, great tasting food in an energetic, welcoming atmosphere that appeals to both guests and team members alike. The company prides itself on a culture that rejects the ordinary, replacing it instead with an exciting, engaging environment where creativity, passion for food, and customer satisfaction are at the forefront.

The position on offer is for a Sous Chef at Yard House. This is a leadership role essential to maintaining the restaurant’s reputation for culinary excellence and exceptional guest service. As a Sous Chef, you will oversee the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring that all food prepared meets Yard House’s high standards for quality and taste. You will be responsible for managing kitchen staff, coordinating food preparation, and collaborating closely with other restaurant managers to deliver a seamless dining experience. The role demands someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume setting and possesses a strong passion for culinary arts and team leadership.

The salary for this full-time position ranges from $68,000 to $80,000 per year, with compensation paid weekly and opportunities for quarterly bonuses based on performance. Yard House values work-life balance, limiting work hours to no more than 50 per week and guaranteeing two days off. Employees receive up to three weeks of paid time off within the first year and immediate eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, generous retirement benefits include a company 401(k) plan with up to a 120% match on the first 6% of earnings, a company-paid Retirement Plus Benefit, and access to an employee stock purchase program at a discounted rate after one year of service.

Yard House promotes internal career growth and development aggressively. The company’s promotion rates are impressive, with 99% of General Managers, Executive Chefs, and Directors of Operations advancing from within and 60% of Restaurant Managers promoted from team member positions. With expansion plans across the nation, there is ample opportunity for ambitious employees to grow their careers. Joining Yard House means becoming part of an energetic team that values leadership, innovation, and a commitment to quality, offering not just a job but a rewarding career path in the casual dining sector.