Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Sous Chef – Job Description

The Sous Chef plays a critical leadership role in supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations. This position is responsible for ensuring consistent food quality, maintaining operational efficiency, and leading kitchen staff in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The Sous Chef helps drive culinary excellence while upholding standards for food safety, cleanliness, and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing procedures
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistency, efficiency, and adherence to culinary standards
• Execute and maintain high-quality food preparation and presentation across all menu items
• Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving to control food cost and minimize waste
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations at all times
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Collaborate on menu development, seasonal offerings, and specials
• Monitor ticket times and maintain smooth communication between front and back of house
• Enforce proper portioning, plating, and recipe adherence

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a professional kitchen
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen operations
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a high-pressure environment
• Experience with inventory management, ordering, and cost control
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Key Attributes:

• Hands-on leadership style with strong attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure
• Passion for food, hospitality, and team development
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

This role is ideal for a driven culinary professional looking to grow within a dynamic kitchen environment while contributing to a high standard of food and service excellence.

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality is honored to be named for 7 straight years to Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms! (2018 - 2025) Offering the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions, our exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.

With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.

Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality is honored to be named for 7 straight years to Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms! (2018 - 2025) Offering the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions, our exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.