Sous Chef

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Sous Chef

Mobile, AL
Posted 5 days ago

About the job

Join a well-established restaurant group in Tuscaloosa as a Sous Chef. Lead a fast-paced kitchen, focus on food quality, team culture, and customer experience with benefits like health coverage and 401(k).

Requirements

  • 2–4+ years of kitchen leadership
  • High-volume restaurant experience
  • Strong scratch-cooking skills
  • Leadership and team support
  • Food safety and sanitation

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership ability
  • Ability to work nights/weekends
  • Experience in fast-paced kitchens
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Background check required

Full job description

Sous Chef—High-Volume Restaurant

Join a well-established, high-energy restaurant group and step into a leadership role at one of Tuscaloosa’s most popular dining and game-day destinations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves leading from the line, and is passionate about food quality, consistency, and team culture.


Sous Chef—Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive pay with achievable performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match – invest in your future
  • Paid time off – because balance matters

Sous Chef—Requirements & Qualifications

  • 2–4+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
  • Strong scratch-cooking fundamentals with a focus on consistency and execution
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and support line cooks and prep teams
  • Hands-on leadership style — works the line, leads “elbow to elbow” with the team
  • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
  • Ability to maintain quality, speed, and composure during peak service and game-day volume
  • Willingness to work nights, weekends, and high-volume event days
  • Must pass a background check and drug screen post-offer

Sous Chef—Preferred Background & Skills

  • Leadership style rooted in accountability, communication, and teamwork
  • Servant-minded leader who sets the tone through action
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment
  • Strong integrity, positive attitude, and problem-solving mindset
  • Experience working in college-town, sports-driven, or event-heavy restaurants is a plus


Ready to take the next step in your culinary leadership career?


Apply today—qualified candidates will be fast-tracked for review and interviews.

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