Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Red Cow

Double Black Diamond Hospitality | Twin Cities, MN

About Red Cow

Red Cow is a chef-driven restaurant known for elevated burgers, thoughtfully crafted dishes, and a commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional hospitality. As part of Double Black Diamond Hospitality, we pride ourselves on culinary excellence, strong leadership, and creating an environment where our teams can grow and succeed.

We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and hands-on Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team.

Position Overview

The Sous Chef plays a critical role in the daily success of our kitchen. Working alongside the Executive Chef, this position is responsible for maintaining culinary standards, developing team members, ensuring operational consistency, and delivering exceptional food every service.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a high-volume environment, leads by example, and takes ownership of both the food and the people behind it.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Execution & Quality

• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, portioning, and recipe execution.
• Lead daily service while ensuring speed, accuracy, and communication across all stations.
• Uphold Red Cow's culinary standards and operating procedures.
• Monitor food preparation, product freshness, and proper handling techniques.

Leadership & Team Development

• Coach, train, and develop hourly culinary team members.
• Support structured station training and ongoing performance development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Lead by example through a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and hands-on involvement.
• Provide clear direction and constructive feedback throughout daily operations.

Kitchen Operations

• Support daily kitchen operations, including prep planning, ordering, inventory, and scheduling.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Assist in managing food costs, labor efficiency, waste, and overall kitchen profitability.
• Conduct station readiness checks and ensure the kitchen is prepared for every service.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary leadership experience, preferably as a Sous Chef or experienced Kitchen Supervisor.
• Experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Strong understanding of culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within Double Black Diamond Hospitality.
• A collaborative, chef-driven culinary environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on kitchen operations and team development.
• Employee benefits and perks based on eligibility.

Join Our Team

At Red Cow, we believe great food starts with great people. We're looking for a Sous Chef who brings energy, accountability, and pride to the kitchen every day.

If you're passionate about food, committed to developing others, and ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person