Sous Chef | Polished Casual #ZJM 3635349

Job Description: Sous Chef

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Position Summary

Be part of something new! We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our newly opened restaurant team. This is a unique opportunity to help build a culinary program from the ground up, combining creativity, leadership, and operational excellence in an exciting new restaurant concept.

Why Join Us?

• Help lead the culinary program for a new restaurant.
• Opportunity to influence menu creation, team culture, and training
• Work alongside a passionate leadership team in an exciting new concept.
• Excellent growth potential with a dynamic and expanding restaurant organization.
• Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and more.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a strong kitchen leadership role (upscale or fine dining experience strongly preferred).
• Solid culinary foundation with a passion for innovation, quality, and hospitality.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on, lead-by-example management style.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing all back-of-house operations.
• Manage daily food preparation, production, and service to ensure consistency and quality.
• Train, mentor, and develop culinary team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Collaborate on menu development, seasonal offerings, and new culinary initiatives.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Monitor inventory, food costs, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative kitchen culture.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and developing culinary talent.
• Partner with restaurant leadership to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

If you're a passionate culinary leader looking to make an impact with an exciting new restaurant opening, we'd love to hear from you!