Position: Sous Chef

Compensation: $60,000–$70,000 base salary plus bonus potential

Schedule: Full-time | Dinner only concept

Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health benefits, PTO, and other lifestyle perks.

Role Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Sous Chef to support the ongoing operations of a new, highly successful, full-service neighborhood restaurant concept.

This role partners closely with the Executive Chef and culinary / FOH leadership to ensure exceptional culinary execution, cultivate a strong kitchen culture, and maintain operational excellence throughout service.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative culinary leader who brings strong technical skill, team development experience, and operational discipline to a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

What you bring to the table:

• Strong ability to lead the line during service while maintaining composure, organization, and clear communication
• Hands-on leadership style with a strong eye for quality, consistency, and presentation
• Experience managing inventory, vendor relationships, ordering, and receiving processes
• Ability to monitor food cost and labor to support overall budget adherence
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen systems

Why you’ll love working here:

• Opportunity to join a well-run, growing, hospitality-driven restaurant environment
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Dining privileges and lifestyle perks
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offerings

Required Work Experience:

• 2–5 years of management experience in a full-service restaurant environment
• Experience supporting food cost management, inventory controls, and kitchen budgeting
• Strong working knowledge of kitchen systems and operational procedures
• Background in training, coaching, and developing hourly culinary team members

Personal Qualities:

• Culinary leader who values teamwork and high standards
• Collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Organized and detail-driven with a strong sense of urgency
• Confident communicator who leads by example on the line
• Motivated to grow within a dynamic, quality-focused restaurant group