Sous Chef

True Food Kitchen is a renowned full-service restaurant collection with locations spanning from coast to coast across the United States. Known for its commitment to serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes throughout lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, this restaurant chain focuses on delivering not only exceptional food but also a meaningful dining experience that promotes health and wellness. True Food Kitchen's philosophy centers on the belief that a life of purpose can transform the world, which reflects deeply in their vibrant company culture and dedication to purposeful living. As a leader in the hospitality industry, True Food Kitchen prioritizes quality ingredients, sustainability, and a collaborative team environment to ensure guests receive the best possible dining experience in a welcoming atmosphere.

The role available is a vital leadership position within the back of house team at True Food Kitchen. This position involves overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring that high standards of food quality and presentation are maintained during high volume service periods. The role demands technical expertise in culinary practices, precise line management, and facility maintenance, which are critical to delivering the exceptional dining experiences True Food Kitchen is known for. Responsibilities include opening and closing the kitchen line with thorough checks and compliance with EcoSure safety and sanitation standards, performing detailed facility walkthroughs, and addressing any deficiencies promptly. The role operates with close coordination between front of house and back of house teams to maintain a safe and efficient kitchen and dining environment.

This position is also crucial in talent acquisition and development for kitchen staff, involving hiring, scheduling, and reporting payroll hours in strict adherence to company standards and state regulations. It offers the opportunity to influence the restaurant’s financial health by partnering with executive chefs on managing profit and loss (P&L) statements, food cost management, labor control, inventory management, and overall restaurant performance. Continuous communication with front of house teams is essential to uphold the company's guidelines and ensure a seamless guest experience.

Successful candidates for this role bring a strong passion for culinary excellence and a meticulous attention to detail. They possess resilience and composure in stressful, fast-paced environments and can handle last-minute changes with grace. Experience as a chef in a high-volume full-service restaurant for at least two years is a key qualification, alongside a foundational understanding of business financials. Candidates are expected to be self-motivated, caring leaders who can coach, guide, and drive operational excellence within their teams.

True Food Kitchen offers competitive compensation packages that include quarterly bonuses, comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending account options for child care assistance, and pet insurance. Additional perks such as gym membership discounts, pre-paid legal support, and 401K plans with true matching contribute to a supportive and rewarding workplace. Employees also enjoy dining discounts, family meals, and access to exclusive offers through Perkspot. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and equal opportunity employment is steadfastly upheld, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and identities to apply. This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to find your true purpose and make a significant impact within a respected culinary brand committed to health and community.