Executive Sous Chef

Sous Chef | Farm-to-Table | James BeardRecognized Restaurant

Are you a driven culinary leader ready to take the next step in a high-level, chef-driven kitchen? Join a James Beardnominated, farm-to-table concept on Alabama's beautiful Gulf Coast. This is your chance to work alongside an award-winning culinary team that values creativity, seasonality, and elevated Southern cuisinewhile living in one of the most charming coastal communities in the region.

We're looking for a passionate Sous Chef who thrives in a scratch kitchen, leads from the front, and is excited to help shape a dynamic, evolving menu rooted in quality and innovation.

What You'll Get:

• Competitive base salary + bonus eligibility
• Employer-paid healthcare, dental & vision
• Relocation assistance to Fairhope, AL
• Paid vacation
• Work with a recognized, award-winning culinary team
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement

What We're Looking For:

• 23+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a fine dining or upscale scratch kitchen
• Strong knowledge of menu costing, recipe development, and labor management
• Experience with pasta and pizza production (highly preferred)
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop kitchen teams
• Hands-on leadership style with a "lead by example" mentality
• Strong financial and operational awareness (food cost, labor control, inventory)
• A creative, detail-oriented mindset with a passion for excellence

Why This Role Stands Out:

This isn't just another Sous Chef roleit's a chance to be part of a culinary destination restaurant where your ideas matter. You'll collaborate directly with leadership, contribute to menu innovation, and help elevate a concept that's already gaining national recognition.

If you're ready to grow your career in a high-impact role while enjoying the lifestyle of the Gulf Coast, we want to hear from you.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.