Executive Sous Chef
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Executive Sous Chef
Recently opened | High-volume upscale restaurant
We're seeking a polished, experienced Executive Sous Chef to serve as the right hand to the Executive Chef and help drive operational excellence as the restaurant enters its next phase of growth.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a thriving, high-volume upscale concept where structure, consistency, and strong culinary leadership are essential.
About the Role
As Executive Sous Chef, you will play a critical leadership role in overseeing daily back-of-house operations, driving standards, and ensuring flawless execution during peak service. You will help lead the culinary team, reinforce systems, and support overall kitchen performance, culture, and financial results.
This position is ideal for a chef who is highly organized, calm under pressure, and confident managing high-volume service while developing a strong, accountable team.
What You'll Do
- Oversee and support all daily back-of-house operations
- Lead service execution and maintain high standards during peak volume
- Partner with the Executive Chef on menu execution, systems, and performance initiatives
- Train, mentor, and develop Sous Chefs and line cooks
- Drive consistency in quality, plating, and sanitation standards
- Assist in inventory management, ordering, scheduling, and food cost control
- Help refine systems and processes following a successful opening
- Maintain a positive, disciplined, and professional kitchen culture
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume upscale or upscale casual concept
- Experience at the Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef level preferred
- Strong culinary technique and attention to detail
- Proven ability to lead large teams under pressure
- Solid understanding of food cost, labor management, and operational controls
- Hands-on, team-first leadership style
What's Offered
- Strong base salary
- Bonus potential
- Medical and dental coverage
- 401K plan
- Paid time off
- Excellent growth potential with an expanding restaurant group
If you're ready to take on a senior culinary leadership role in a concept that's already generating serious momentum, we'd love to connect.
Apply today and be part of the next chapter of something special.
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