Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Junior Sous Chef

Wichita, KS | $20–$25/hour + Overtime | Career Advancement Opportunity

We are currently seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef for one of Wichita’s busiest kitchens. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong line cook or experienced culinary professional who is ready to take the next step into kitchen leadership.

Working alongside an experienced Executive Chef and Sous Chef team, you will gain hands-on leadership experience, help lead high-volume service, and develop the skills necessary to advance into a Sous Chef position within approximately 1–1.5 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead high-volume kitchen service and oversee 12–15 cooks during peak shifts.
• Run the pass, maintain food quality, and ensure smooth, efficient service execution.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef team to maintain operational standards.
• Take ownership of daily prep, station execution, and kitchen readiness.
• Maintain accountability across the team while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.
• Support training, development, and performance of culinary team members.
• Maintain composure and effective communication during high-volume service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Line Cook, Lead Line Cook, or in a similar high-volume culinary role.
• Demonstrated ability to execute consistently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food quality, and station execution.
• Leadership potential and a desire to grow into a management position.
• Positive, hardworking attitude with a team-first mentality.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while motivating others to succeed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $20–$25/hour
• Overtime: Approximately 5 hours per week on average
• Salary: Negotiable for the right candidate
• Career Development: Clear advancement path toward Sous Chef within approximately 1–1.5 years.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join one of Wichita’s busiest and most active kitchens.
• Work alongside an experienced culinary leadership team.
• Gain hands-on leadership experience within a 25-person culinary operation.
• Develop your skills in high-volume execution, team leadership, and kitchen management.
• Pursue a defined career path into a Sous Chef position.

The Ideal Candidate: A talented culinary professional who takes pride in their craft, leads by example, stays composed during busy service, and is ready to take ownership of their next career step.

With 32 years in the recruiting industry and offices nationwide, EHS RECRUITING COMPANY has placed thousands of candidates nationally and internationally. EHS recruiters are career specialists who give our candidates first access to the best opportunities and partner to elevate and expedite the hiring process. We look forward to partnering with you!

Company Description

With 32 years in the recruiting industry and offices nationwide, EHS RECRUITING COMPANY has placed thousands of candidates nationally and internationally. EHS recruiters are career specialists who give our candidates first access to the best opportunities and partner to elevate and expedite the hiring process. We look forward to partnering with you!