Executive Sous Chef

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as an Executive Sous Chef, where your leadership and culinary expertise will elevate our food service operations to new heights. In this vital role, you will oversee daily kitchen activities, ensure exceptional food quality, and maintain a vibrant, efficient work environment. Your passion for fine dining and dedication to food safety will inspire your team to deliver memorable dining experiences. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents while managing a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen with enthusiasm and professionalism.

Duties

• Assist the Executive Chef in supervising all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth shift transitions and high standards of food production.
• Lead and motivate culinary staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on excellence in service and food quality.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and plating to meet established standards for taste and visual appeal.
• Manage inventory control, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimizing waste through effective cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety sanitizing procedures, health regulations, and sanitation standards across all kitchen areas.
• Coordinate banquet and catering services, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes for large events.
• Support menu planning efforts by providing input on new dishes, seasonal offerings, and dietary accommodations to enhance guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fine dining establishments with a strong background in food production and restaurant management.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience leading culinary teams in fast-paced environments.
• Extensive banquet, catering, and dietary department experience with a focus on food safety and sanitizing procedures.
• Strong skills in inventory management, cost control, and kitchen organization to optimize resources effectively.
• Exceptional cooking skills with a thorough understanding of food handling, preparation techniques, and presentation standards.
• Knowledge of food service management principles including shift management, menu planning, and team leadership.
• Prior experience managing large-scale food operations within the hospitality or food industry sector is highly desirable.

Embark on a rewarding career where your culinary leadership drives excellence! We are committed to fostering a vibrant work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth—making every day in the kitchen an opportunity to excel.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person