Sous Chef

Neighbors

Neighbors is located off of Fort Apache & Russell--we are a casual New American restaurant primarily focusing on breakfast, brunch, and lunch items presented in both classic and modern looks. Our menu is constantly evolving but we pay homage to the quintessential American diner while drawing inspiration from the heritage of everyone that walks in through the doors.

The Neighbors Sous Chef is a key leader in our open kitchen, working directly under the Executive Chef to run daily service, develop and refine menu items, and lead the BOH team. You will be responsible for upholding Neighbors' standards of precision, quality, and consistency across every station, while mentoring and holding the team accountable to our cleanliness, food safety, and equipment standards.

Why Neighbors?

At Neighbors, we value our team members and make it a priority to build a small, yet tight-knit community of individuals that strive to push above and beyond. We encourage longevity with the company and long-term growth through competitive compensation, dining discounts, complimentary meals/beverages, as well as paid time off after required wait periods. We encourage our team members to grow and learn and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.

Responsibilities

• Run and supervise the line during service, expediting and ensuring every dish leaves the kitchen meeting Neighbors' standards for precision, quality, and presentation
• Partner with the Executive Chef on recipe development, menu changes, and execution of seasonal/evolving menu items
• Train, coach, and develop line cooks and BOH staff on technique, station mastery, and Neighbors standards; provide constructive feedback and hold the team accountable
• Oversee food cost through proper inventory management, ordering, receiving, and portion control; help manage waste and minimize spoilage
• Create and manage prep lists, station setups, and mise en place to ensure the kitchen is fully stocked and ready for service
• Step in to cover any station as needed, including butchery, prep, and cooking of menu items from start to finish
• Work with seasonal produce and adapt to a constantly changing menu
• Maintain and enforce food safety and sanitation standards across all BOH work areas — refrigeration, cooking equipment, prep areas, lowboys, and ingredient wells
• Lead and participate in deep cleaning of BOH work areas
• Assist with scheduling and shift coverage in collaboration with the Executive Chef and General Manager
• Act as a point of contact for BOH staff in the Executive Chef's absence, ensuring smooth communication between BOH and FOH
• Report to and follow direction from the Executive Chef and General Manager, while exercising sound independent judgment when leading service
• Maintain a positive, professional approach with coworkers and guests at all time

Skills & Requirements

• At least 2–3 years of related experience, including prior experience in a lead or supervisory kitchen role
• Strong knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge
• Food Handler/ServSafe certification required with a Certified Food Safety Management Card
• High-volume restaurant experience required
• Proven ability to train and lead a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Strong organizational skills, with experience in inventory, ordering, and cost management a plus
• A strong passion for food, exceptional work ethic, and dedication
• Able to give and receive constructive criticism, learn quickly, and constantly improve

Physical Demands

• The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Neighbors reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Neighbors or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person