EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF | HIGH-VOLUME RESTAURANT | CHARLESTON, SC

$75,000 + $7K–$10K Performance Bonus

Are you an experienced culinary leader looking for your next opportunity with a high-volume, chef-driven restaurant in the Charleston area?

We're partnering with one of the area's most established and popular dining destinations to find an Executive Sous Chef who is passionate about leading teams, executing exceptional food, and maintaining high culinary standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful restaurant with a strong reputation, energetic culture, and the resources to support your continued growth.

WHY YOU'LL WANT THIS JOB

• $75,000 base salary
• $7,000–$10,000 annual performance bonus
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Established, high-volume operation
• Strong leadership team
• Opportunity for long-term career growth
• Make an immediate impact in a respected Charleston-area restaurant

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations
• Lead, coach, and develop BOH managers and hourly culinary team members
• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and execution
• Manage food and labor costs while supporting profitability
• Oversee ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and sanitation
• Build and maintain a positive, accountable, team-oriented kitchen culture
• Take the lead on kitchen operations in the Executive Chef's absence

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef experience
• High-volume restaurant experience; $5M+ annual volume preferred
• Strong leadership and team-development skills
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and cost controls
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scratch-kitchen environment
• Passion for hospitality and culinary excellence
• Hands-on leadership style with a commitment to developing people