SUPERICA EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – UP TO $85K/yr. + BONUS (South End)

Rocket Farm Restaurants is a distinguished hospitality group known for its commitment to creating a respectful and supportive work culture, with the guiding philosophy of "We serve the person who is serving the guest." This ethos underpins every aspect of the company’s operations and workplace environment, fostering a culture where dignity, respect, and care are paramount—not just in guest interactions but within the team itself. Rocket Farm Restaurants operates several notable dining establishments across multiple cities, including Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park, catering to diverse culinary experiences and customer expectations. Their focus on culture and employee well-being ensures a dynamic, innovative, and heartfelt group of individuals work together to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

One of the most revered venues within the Rocket Farm portfolio is Superica, a restaurant celebrated for its evolved renditions of Tex-Mex classics set within an Old-West inspired atmosphere in Charlotte. Known affectionately as "where sunshine spends the winter," Superica combines a warm ambiance with high-quality, creative menus that appeal to both locals and visitors alike. Their emphasis on quality food preparation and guest satisfaction has propelled them to the forefront of the local dining scene.

Superica Charlotte is currently seeking a passionate Executive Sous Chef to join their team. This role is pivotal, offering a unique opportunity to directly oversee daily kitchen operations encompassing production, prep, private parties, special events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving. As the right hand to the Executive Chef, the Executive Sous Chef ensures the highest standards are met across all menu items and kitchen operations. This position requires keen leadership skills to manage culinary staff effectively, maintaining calm under pressure, and fostering a cohesive, motivated team environment. The Executive Sous Chef also plays a crucial role in managing the culinary budget, controlling labor costs, scheduling, and minimizing overtime to maximize productivity and guest satisfaction.

Candidates with at least five years of progressive culinary experience, including a minimum of two years served in a Sous Chef role, will find this position particularly rewarding. Rocket Farm Restaurants offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $85,000 annually, dependent on experience, along with a generous quarterly bonus program. Employment is full-time with comprehensive benefits eligibility after just 30 days of service. Benefits include major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance to provide employees and their families with essential health and financial protections.

In addition to traditional benefits, Rocket Farm Restaurants provides a supportive and ethical work environment, dynamic performance-based raises and promotions, paid time off—including childbirth recovery and parental leave—and significant long-term retention bonuses. Employees enjoy time off on major holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day, helping to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Staff members receive a 50% discount at all Rocket Farm locations, along with access to Rocket Farm University, which offers specialized leadership classes and personalized career advancement support. Employee-led mentorship programs, advisory councils, and safety committees further enrich the workplace experience, ensuring team members have a voice and receive ongoing development and support.

Rocket Farm Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to compliant and ethical hiring practices as outlined by federal employment laws. Applicants are encouraged to review their rights as provided by the Department of Labor. Joining the Rocket Farm Restaurants team means becoming part of a culture that truly values every individual inside and outside of the kitchen, making this Executive Sous Chef position an excellent long-term career opportunity in a thriving, values-driven hospitality group.