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Sous Chef

The James

Charleston, SC

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Coaching, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Detail Oriented, Disability Insurance, Food Preparation, Food Quality, Leadership, Life Insurance, Mentoring, Multitasking, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Restaurant, Team Player, Time Management
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Charleston, SC
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1 day ago
Sous Chef - The James (Charleston, SC)
Showcasing contemporary and quality American Cuisine at its best!

Celebrated Charleston favorite The James is seeking a driven and passionate Sous Chef. Elevate your craft with scratch-made American fare, creative twists on the classics, and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

As part of The Neighborhood Dining Group (Husk, Marbled & Fin, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, The James), we're committed to redefining what it means to cook-and lead-with purpose in Charleston.

What We Provide for YOU!:
  • Highly competitive compensation
  • Outstanding benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance?after 30 days
  • 401(k) with employer match?(free money)
  • Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)?that increases with tenure
  • Paid parking?
  • Employer paid therapy, coaching, and mental health resource (Modern Health)?
  • Next-day pay access?
  • Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)?
  • Dining discounts, gym membership discounts, and more!
  • Professional work environment
  • Internal job board providing growth opportunities within the company
  • Leadership development and a learning environment
  • Quarterly profit-sharing program

About Us:
The James is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic American fare in the heart of James Island, Charleston. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, The James serves familiar, comforting dishes with genuine hospitality-creating a welcoming community space that guests love to return to.

Who We're Looking For:

You are passionate, professional, and committed to teamwork-someone who leads with integrity, thrives in a high-performing kitchen, and brings energy to every service.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a nationally recognized restaurant group that celebrates creativity, strong leadership, and continuous professional development.
Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with the Executive Chef to manage daily kitchen operations.
  • Uphold the highest standards of food quality, preparation, and presentation.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistency and strong team performance.
  • Oversee cleanliness, organization, and safety in all kitchen areas.
  • Collaborate with front-of-house management to ensure seamless service.
  • Assist with scheduling, inventory, prep execution, and ordering.
  • Maintain a hands-on presence during all meal periods, including prep, service, and breakdown.

What You'll Bring:
  • Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant.
  • Detail-oriented and thrives in a clean, organized, and high-standard environment.
  • Passionate about hospitality and driven to lead, educate, and motivate a team.
  • Comfortable with multitasking and clear, timely communication under pressure.

Ready to Lead with Passion?

If you're ready to grow your culinary career with a restaurant group that values passion, professionalism, and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with The James!

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands. Additionally, responsibilities, tasks, duties, and physical demands of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties may be assigned.

The Neighborhood Dining Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.

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