Sous Chef - North Mount Pleasant

Home Team BBQ is a renowned restaurant known for its award-winning cuisine and dedication to delivering an exceptional dining experience. Established to provide a unique take on Southern BBQ, the company has grown into a beloved local hotspot, prized for its quality food, great atmosphere, and outstanding customer service. Home Team BBQ is deeply committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and invests heavily in the training and development of its team members. With a strong emphasis on respect, encouragement, community, and gratitude, the company has cultivated a loyal following and continues to expand its footprint in the hospitality industry.

The company offers competitive compensation packages and a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the well-being and growth of its employees. Some of the highlights include company-paid medical insurance premiums, vision and dental insurance, voluntary life insurance, a 401k program with employer match, quarterly profit-sharing, and generous paid time off including employer-paid sick time, bereavement, and parental leave. The work environment encourages flexibility and supports work-life balance, making Home Team BBQ a sought-after employer in the restaurant sector.

The role of Sous Chef at Home Team BBQ is a key leadership position within the culinary team, reporting directly to the Culinary Operations team and the Executive Chef. This full-time position entails managing daily kitchen operations, supervising hourly kitchen staff, and upholding strict quality control measures related to food standards and cost efficiency. The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire Back of House during their shifts, ensuring smooth, well-coordinated service while managing labor, enforcing corrective action as necessary, and maintaining a high level of food quality consistent with the company's standards.

Sous Chefs at Home Team BBQ play a crucial role in upholding the restaurant’s reputation for excellence. Their duties include ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, fostering a positive and motivated kitchen team, and leading by example with punctuality and preparedness. They directly influence the guest experience by maintaining excellent communication between the kitchen staff, front-of-house management, servers, and guests. Additionally, Sous Chefs assist in menu development, meal planning, and staff training to support ongoing culinary education.

Specific shift responsibilities include managing prep cooks, line cooks, and dish teams, creating daily specials, maintaining order guides, managing inventory, and completing management logs. They ensure that cleanliness and organization standards are met to maintain an efficient and safe kitchen environment. The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and a commitment to reducing waste and controlling food costs.

Candidates for the Sous Chef role should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in culinary positions such as chef or line cook and hold Serve Safe certification. A positive attitude, strong leadership capabilities, proficiency in basic math, and computer skills including Word and Excel are essential. Ability to communicate effectively in English is required, with bilingual abilities in Spanish considered a plus. Physical requirements include the ability to stand for prolonged periods, frequently bend and stoop, lift at least 40 pounds, and work effectively under the demanding conditions of a busy kitchen environment.

Home Team BBQ offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals to grow their careers in a supportive, high-quality restaurant setting. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for exceptional food and team leadership, Home Team BBQ would like to invite you to join their winning team.