Sous Chef

Benefits:

Paid time off

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Job description:

Inspiration Brewing Co. is a brand-new restaurant getting ready to open its doors, and we're looking for a Sous Chef to help us build something special from the ground up. This is a rare chance to get in on the ground floor of a new culinary program — not just executing an existing menu, but helping create it.

Working closely with the Executive Chef, you'll play a hands-on role in shaping the kitchen's identity: developing menu items, building out kitchen systems and standards, and helping assemble and train the team that will bring it all to life. If you're looking for a cookie-cutter line cook job, this isn't it. If you want to help build a kitchen from day one, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and help shape the overall culinary program

Play an active role in hiring cooks, and help train and develop the kitchen team alongside the Executive Chef

Work all stations on the line — you'll need to be comfortable moving wherever the kitchen needs you

Handle prep work to keep the kitchen stocked and ready for service

Run expo, keeping tickets accurate and food moving smoothly to the floor

Open and close the kitchen, including all associated checklists and procedures

Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen that runs at a high standard night after night

Step in as a leader on the line when the Executive Chef isn't present

What We're Looking For

Minimum 5 years of full-service restaurant cooking experience

Experience working in a high-volume kitchen

Comfort and confidence across all stations of the line

A collaborative mindset — this role is as much about building a team and a program as it is about cooking

Strong communication skills and the ability to lead by example during busy service

Preferred (not required):

Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager

Experience with ordering and inventory management

Why Join Us

This is a ground-floor opportunity to help open a new restaurant and put your fingerprints on everything from the menu to the team you help build. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and want real ownership over the kitchen you work in, we'd love to talk.

License/Certification:

ServSafe Manager Certificate (Preferred)