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We are seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead and support kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant environment. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for candidates who thrive in collaborative kitchens, enjoy mentoring staff, and excel at maintaining consistent food quality and operational excellence. You’ll work closely with the Executive Chef to ensure smooth daily operations, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Sous Chef Responsibilities

Lead and manage kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance oversight
Supervise food prep, takeout, and plating operations, ensuring recipes and portions are consistent
Hire, evaluate, train, and discipline kitchen team members as needed
Order food supplies, small kitchen equipment, and maintain inventory control
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and storage regulations
Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen and prep areas
Communicate daily with Executive Chef, kitchen managers, and FOH team to ensure smooth operations
Support Executive Chef in daily tasks, including prep, production, and operational problem-solving

Sous Chef Requirements

Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Chef
Hands-on culinary skills and knowledge of diverse cooking techniques
Experience planning menus, ordering ingredients, and executing recipes
Strong knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
Excellent organizational, conflict management, and team leadership skills
Ability to manage teams in fast-paced, multi-language environments
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and high-volume service periods
Valid ServSafe Management Certification and ability to obtain any required local licenses

Sous Chef Benefits:

Salary range: $75,000–$85,000
100% individual health coverage; dental & vision options available
401(k) plan
Complimentary meals during shifts and half-price dining when off-duty
Paid time off & sick leave
Opportunities for career growth and advancement

JOB ID: 173070

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.