What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef - Full Time position at The Fish Hopper Seafood and Steaks?
Executive Sous Chef
Location: Kailua- Kona Hawaii
Department: Back of the House (Kitchen)
Reports To: Executive Chef
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
We are seeking a talented and driven Executive Sous Chef to support and partner with our Executive Chef in leading culinary operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who excels in high-volume, quality-driven environments and is passionate about team development, consistency, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, including food production, quality control, and presentation
- Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure high standards of performance and professionalism
- Maintain consistency in recipes, portioning, and plating across all services
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Manage inventory, ordering, food cost controls, and waste reduction
- Support menu development, seasonal offerings, and special events
- Step in as acting Executive Chef in their absence
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable kitchen culture
Qualifications
- Minimum 2-3 years of progressive culinary leadership experience (Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef level)
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and labor management
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse culinary team
- Experience with high-volume service and scratch cooking preferred
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Supportive leadership and a team-focused environment
- Benefits package including health, PTO, retirement, etc.
- Creative input and influence on menus and kitchen operations
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000