Executive Sous Chef
@ Goodwin RecruitingExecutive Sous Chef
About the job
A well-established, growing restaurant group seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, develop teams, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced, full-service environment.
Requirements
- 2+ years culinary management
- Experience in high-volume restaurant
- Knowledge of food cost & safety
- Leadership and team development
- Strong operational skills
Qualifications
- Full-service restaurant background
- Work schedule flexibility
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Full job description
A well established, growing restaurant group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join a high-volume, full-service operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves developing strong teams, and is ready to take the next step in their career.
Benefits of the Role
- Competitive salary plus bonus opportunity
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO, sick time & 7 paid holidays
- Life insurance & short-term disability
- Free meals, dining discounts & cell phone reimbursement
- Strong team culture, employee recognition & opportunities for advancement
Responsibilities of the Role
- Lead daily kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality, safety, and sanitation standards
- Hire, train, coach, schedule, and develop a high-performing BOH team
- Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, waste, labor, and kitchen organization
- Conduct daily line checks and ensure consistent execution of company standards
- Partner with the Executive Chef and restaurant leadership to drive operational and guest experience goals
- Serve as a hands-on leader, working alongside the team and stepping into kitchen operations wherever needed
Qualifications
- 2+ years of culinary management experience with a strong full-service restaurant background
- Experience in a high-volume, prep-intensive restaurant environment strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of food cost, inventory, labor, scheduling, food safety, and BOH operations
- Proven ability to lead, train, motivate, and develop kitchen teams
- Comfortable working a 50-hour restaurant schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a strong plus
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