Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $47,200.00 - $63,700.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Company-paid medical insurance premiums
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
voluntary life insurance
Generous restaurant comp tab
401(k) with employer match
Quarterly performance-based bonuses

Job Description

Home Team BBQ is a renowned restaurant located on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, celebrated for its nationally recognized cuisine and commitment to exceptional service. Established as a top competitor in the barbecue and Southern food scene, the restaurant is highly regarded for its quality dishes, inviting atmosphere, and community-focused values. Known for its dedicated team and excellent workplace culture, Home Team BBQ proudly offers industry-leading pay and a comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional growth for its staff. The restaurant fosters a strong sense of family among its employees, striving to maintain an environment that promotes respect, encouragement, community, and gratitude.

The Sous Chef role at Home Team BBQ is a vital leadership position reporting directly to the Executive Chef and Culinary Operations team. This position holds significant responsibility for managing daily back-of-house kitchen operations to ensure top quality, consistency, and efficiency across every shift. As a Sous Chef, you will be entrusted with supervising kitchen staff, managing food preparation and execution, and maintaining strict control over food and labor costs. Moreover, you will play an integral role in upholding the high standards of culinary excellence and service the restaurant is known for.

This role is designed for someone passionate about culinary arts and leadership, with a keen eye for quality and a strong commitment to motivating and developing kitchen personnel. You will be expected to wield strong organizational and time management skills while creating a collaborative, positive working environment. The position entails managing workflows, coordinating with front-of-house leadership, leading various shift-specific duties from opening to closing, and assisting with menu development and ongoing training to elevate the guest experience.

Home Team BBQ provides a dynamic kitchen setting where every day presents new challenges and opportunities to innovate. The position is ideal for a culinary professional seeking to contribute to an award-winning team that values creativity, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Employees benefit from a supportive culture, competitive salary, and ample opportunities to advance their culinary career within a thriving company. Benefits include company-paid medical insurance premiums, vision and dental coverage, a generous restaurant comp tab, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and quarterly performance-based bonuses.

If you are a motivated leader with a solid background in kitchen operations and a passion for delivering exceptional food quality and guest service, the Sous Chef position at Home Team BBQ on Sullivan's Island offers a rewarding career path where you can grow professionally and make a meaningful impact within the restaurant industry.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of kitchen experience, preferably in a leadership role
  • Serve Safe certified
  • strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
  • passion for food quality, guest satisfaction, and teamwork
  • proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ability to learn POS systems
  • ability to read, interpret, and execute operating procedures and reports
  • strong organizational and time management skills

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of kitchen experience, preferably in a leadership role
  • Serve Safe certified
  • strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
  • passion for food quality, guest satisfaction, and teamwork
  • proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ability to learn POS systems
  • ability to read, interpret, and execute operating procedures and reports
  • strong organizational and time management skills

Job Duties

  • Uphold and enforce company policies and procedures across the team
  • set the tone through positivity, professionalism, and clear communication
  • motivate, train, and support staff with consistency and fairness
  • lead by example with punctuality, preparedness, and a strong work ethic
  • manage BOH operations during assigned shifts, including food prep, execution, quality control, and cleanliness
  • oversee labor management, corrective action, and workflow
  • communicate effectively with FOH leadership, servers, and guests to ensure seamless service
  • maintain daily prep, ordering, and inventory systems in line with company standards
  • assist with menu development and ongoing staff training
  • oversee AM prep and line cooks, create daily specials, finalize prep lists, and ensure a clean and organized kitchen as Opening Chef
  • lead lunch service and expo, place daily orders, manage transitions from AM to PM staff, and set the PM team up for success as Mid Chef
  • run dinner service and expo, lead closing procedures, complete logs and cleaning checklists, and finalize orders for the following day as Closing Chef

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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