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Job Description: Sous Chef
Department: Culinary
Reports To: Executive Chef
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, sanitation, and efficient workflow. This role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and the ability to work a flexible schedule with open availability to meet operational needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the Executive Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen, including food preparation, execution, and presentation
Supervise and lead kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards
Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness in compliance with local health regulations
Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, dating, and rotation
Assist with scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management of culinary staff
Step in to lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef
Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and cost control
Address guest concerns related to food quality in a professional and timely manner
Maintain a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or management
Qualifications
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or comparable culinary leadership role
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety standards
Ability to lead, train, and motivate a diverse team
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Required Certifications
Current ServSafe Food Protection Certification (required)
Availability Requirements
Must have open availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment
Work Environment
Professional kitchen environment with exposure to heat, sharp objects, and food preparation equipment
Salary : $55,000 - $56,000