Sous Chef – High-Volume Mexican Restaurant

Philadelphia, PA

$70,000–$75,000 Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity

Are you a hands-on culinary leader with a passion for Mexican cuisine? We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team of an exciting, high-volume restaurant concept in Philadelphia.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Sous Chef to work alongside an experienced Executive Chef while helping lead a dynamic kitchen operation. The ideal candidate will bring strong Mexican cuisine experience, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Executive Chef with all daily kitchen operations.
• Lead, train, coach, and develop the BOH team.
• Execute Mexican cuisine with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Oversee prep, line execution, and service during high-volume periods.
• Maintain recipe, portion, plating, and presentation standards.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, receiving, and product rotation.
• Monitor food costs, waste, and product utilization.
• Assist with scheduling and labor management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards are consistently followed.
• Help build a positive, accountable kitchen culture through hands-on leadership.

What We’re Looking For

• Professional Mexican cuisine experience is required.
• 2–3+ years of Sous Chef or strong kitchen leadership experience.
• High-volume, full-service restaurant experience.
• Strong scratch-kitchen background.
• Experience with authentic or elevated Mexican cuisine strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop kitchen teams.
• Understanding of food cost, inventory, ordering, and labor management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Spanish language skills are a plus but not required.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000–$75,000 Base Salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)

Why This Opportunity?

Join a growing restaurant operation where you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, work with a talented culinary team, and showcase your expertise in Mexican cuisine. This is a hands-on leadership position for a Sous Chef who enjoys being on the line, developing people, and maintaining high standards every service.

If you have strong Mexican cuisine experience and are ready for your next culinary leadership opportunity in Philadelphia, we want to hear from you!