What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef position at Alla Vita?
Alla Vita | West Loop, Chicago
From Michelin-starred Chef Lee Wolen & Boka Restaurant Group
From Michelin-starred Chef Lee Wolen & Boka Restaurant Group
Alla Vita is seeking a Sous Chef to join our leadership team. This role is for a career-driven chef who values precision, consistency, and mentorship, and who wants to grow in a serious kitchen led by a Michelin-starred chef.
About Alla Vita
Alla Vita is a neighborhood Italian restaurant focused on handmade pastas, pizzas, and seasonal cooking, executed at a high level. The kitchen operates with structure, discipline, and care — for the food and the people making it.
The Role
Working closely with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef, the Sous Chef plays a hands-on leadership role in daily operations, service execution, and team development. They are expected to
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and service execution
- Maintain quality, consistency, and plating standards
- Support menu development, seasonal changes, and R&D
- Oversee prep, line execution, and BOH systems
- Manage ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
- Uphold food safety, sanitation, and organization standards
- Train, mentor, and support the BOH team
- Communicate clearly with leadership and lead calmly during service
Who You Are
- A career chef with 2–3 years of Sous Chef experience
- Experienced in fine-dining or high-volume, high-standard kitchens
- Organized, detail-oriented, and systems-minded
- Comfortable leading while staying hands-on
- Committed to growth, feedback, and strong kitchen culture
Why This Role
- Work in a focused and driven kitchen around like-minded people committed to creating the best food and service every day
- Be part of a kitchen that values standards, mentorship, and longevity
- Opportunity to work in a restaurant within Boka Restaurant Group, who value promotion from within and growing their people to new positions and roles.
- Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days)
- Competitive paid parental leave and vacation packages
- Dining incentives across 20 establishments in BRG
- Free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs
- Employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, life insurance, and wellness benefits
If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!
Salary : $70,000 - $74,000