Sous Chef/Line Cook

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Sous Chef / Line Cook to join our vibrant culinary team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering exceptional dining experiences by preparing high-quality dishes, supervising kitchen operations, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Your leadership and culinary expertise will contribute to maintaining our reputation for fine dining excellence while fostering a collaborative and energetic kitchen environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents, manage food production, and support the overall success of our restaurant or catering operations.

Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, consistency, and creativity, adhering to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including supervising team members during shifts to ensure smooth workflow and high-quality food service.
• Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness standards across all kitchen areas.
• Assist in menu planning and contribute ideas for new dishes that align with the restaurant’s concept and customer preferences.
• Support dietary department needs by accommodating special dietary requests and ensuring proper handling of allergen information.
• Lead by example in practicing excellent food handling, preparation, and serving techniques while fostering teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Coordinate with catering teams for banquet events, ensuring timely preparation and presentation of dishes.
• Manage shift responsibilities including scheduling, training new staff, and maintaining high standards of hospitality and service quality.

Experience

• Proven experience in a culinary setting, preferably within fine dining or upscale restaurants.
• Demonstrated supervisory or team management experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Extensive knowledge of food production, cooking techniques, and kitchen management practices.
• Experience with banquet services, catering events, or large-scale food production is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems, food safety protocols, and dietary accommodations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate team members and foster a collaborative atmosphere.
• Previous restaurant management or food service management experience is advantageous but not mandatory for skilled candidates eager to grow into leadership roles. Join us to bring your culinary passion to life! We value energetic professionals who thrive on teamwork, innovation, and delivering memorable dining experiences every day. This position offers an engaging environment where your skills in food preparation, leadership, and hospitality will shine—helping us create extraordinary moments for our guests while advancing your career in the vibrant food industry.

Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $50,000