SOUS CHEF- RUSTY BUCKET CINCINNATI

Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern is a well-known neighborhood tavern recognized for its fun, fast, and friendly atmosphere. With over 60 locations, Rusty Bucket prides itself on creating a warm environment where community, family, and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do. The company has built a reputation for exceptional hospitality and delicious food served in a welcoming setting. Rusty Bucket is committed to offering rewarding careers with opportunities for growth, fostering an inclusive and creative workplace, and supporting its associates with strong benefits and a family-friendly work culture. Its commitment to promoting from within is evident, with 80% of all positions filled internally, demonstrating the company’s dedication to career development and employee satisfaction.

The role of Sous Chef at Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern is integral to maintaining the kitchen’s high standards and ensuring every dish served meets the company’s quality criteria. The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu planning, budgeting, payroll maintenance, food cost control, and record keeping. As a key member of the Heart of House team, the Sous Chef ensures all food is nutritious, safe, visually appealing, and properly flavored. They establish quality standards for menu items and food production while training and mentoring kitchen associates on cooking techniques, presentation, portion control, and nutrition retention.

This position demands a leader who is passionate about hospitality and has a 'Yes, is the Answer!' mentality. The ideal candidate values teamwork, positivity, kindness, and professionalism while fostering a family-like atmosphere amongst team members. The Sous Chef must maintain a safe and sanitary working environment that surpasses health department standards and complies with all relevant food handling, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations. Additionally, the role requires strong financial acumen to control costs, maximize revenue, and safeguard the company’s financial assets.

Rusty Bucket also emphasizes the importance of interpersonal skills, urging effective, timely communication with associates, guests, purveyors, partners, and the communities served. The Sous Chef directly supervises all Heart of House associates, handling hiring, training, performance appraisals, discipline, and problem resolution according to company policies and applicable laws. This position is more than just food preparation; it’s about building a team that delivers exceptional dining experiences and making 'Raving Fans' out of every guest and associate.

Rusty Bucket supports its associates with numerous benefits such as health coverage for eligible employees, dining discounts across its many restaurant locations, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and closure on seven major holidays. The work environment is inclusive, fun, and creative, providing team members with the tools and support needed to succeed and grow their careers in this dynamic hospitality company. Joining Rusty Bucket as a Sous Chef means becoming part of a vibrant culture marked by leadership, integrity, and a shared commitment to excellence in service and culinary standards.