Sous Chef

Sous Chef – NEW Restaurant Opening | Scratch Kitchen | Growth Opportunity

Location: Indianapolis, IN

NEW RESTAURANT OPENING – JOIN OUR OPENING CULINARY TEAM!

Love scratch cooking, high-energy kitchens, and developing great people? We're looking for a passionate, hands-on Sous Chef to help launch an exciting new full-service restaurant in Indianapolis!

Our growing restaurant group is known for its chef-driven approach, fresh ingredients, creative menus, and energetic atmosphere. We're searching for a culinary leader who takes pride in food quality, enjoys mentoring others, and thrives when the kitchen is busy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef who wants to be part of something new while building a long-term career with an expanding company.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary + health benefits
• Paid time off and employee discounts
• Six paid holidays annually
• $2,000 annual dining allowance
• Opportunity to join a brand-new restaurant opening
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing restaurant group
• Supportive, team-oriented culinary culture

What You'll Do

• Work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations
• Help recruit, train, mentor, and develop a strong BOH team
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Maintain high standards for scratch preparation, recipes, and execution
• Assist with inventory, ordering, food costs, labor, and waste management
• Maintain excellent food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
• Lead by example and work alongside your team during busy services
• Support opening preparations, training, and operational procedures
• Help create a positive, accountable kitchen culture

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or in a culinary leadership position
• Strong scratch-kitchen or high-volume full-service restaurant experience
• Passion for food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Ability to train, coach, and motivate culinary employees
• Knowledge of food costs, inventory, ordering, and kitchen operations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A calm, hands-on leadership approach during busy services
• New restaurant opening experience is a plus
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled

If you're passionate about great food and ready to grow your culinary career, we want to hear from you!

Apply today to join our Indianapolis opening team!

Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person