Culinary Leader - Kitchen Operations

We are seeking an exceptional Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced kitchen, where creativity and precision come together to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.

About the Role:

• We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Sous Chef who can lead our kitchen team with confidence and expertise.

• The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner, while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

• This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to take on new challenges and responsibilities, while developing their skills and career prospects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead ordering, inventory management, and prep planning to ensure efficient kitchen operations.

• Forecast production needs and align with cooks to meet customer demands.

• Coordinate with front-of-house on inventory and daily operations to maintain seamless service.

• Direct griddle and fryer stations during service, ensuring mise en place, setup/breakdown, and execution meet standards.

• Manage tickets and maintain clear communication across the line while leading expo.

• Uphold cleanliness, consistency, and food safety protocols at all times.

Requirements:

• Proven ability as both line and prep cook, with consistent execution under pressure.

• Skilled in organizing and delegating staff meals for a team of 30 people.

• Precision in following SOPs, recipes, and instructions.

• Advanced communication skills, including clear delegation, ticket management, and digital fluency (Slack, Google tools, kitchen systems).

• Strong leadership mindset, motivates peers, builds team culture, and makes confident decisions.

• Adaptability and willingness to step outside comfort zones for growth.

• Genuine curiosity and passion for food and flavor.

• Weekend availability required, with ability to help cover short staffing and special events.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay (hourly or salary) based on experience.

• Tip pool participation (hourly).

• Consistent schedule.

• Seniority RTO.

• Medical benefits.

• Paid time off (salaried).

• Creative, evolving menu featuring seasonal, high-quality ingredients.

• Healthy Family meals & company lunches.

• Monthly gift card.

• Positive team environment, no egos.

• Clear career advancement pathways.

• Goal-oriented objectives and feedback.

• Training and mentorship in a modern, innovative kitchen.

Our Ethos:

We believe strong cooking fundamentals are the foundation of great leadership. Knife skills, mise en place discipline, and consistency in execution come first – but equally important are advanced communication skills. We value chefs who can clearly articulate prep plans, delegate tasks with precision, and foster team culture through both verbal and digital communication. Our kitchen thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and bold flavor exploration. We hire for attitude first, then build skill through training, mentorship, and teamwork, developing cooks into leaders who balance technical mastery with clear, confident communication.

Apply by sending your resume and a brief note highlighting one skill that makes you a strong fit. We look forward to meeting you!