Sous Chef

Recruiting Partner: John Watson

Lexington, Kentucky | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $55,000 to $65,000 | Job ID: 171704

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Sous Chef

Join a respected restaurant group known for its polished casual dining and dedication to genuine hospitality. This Sous Chef role offers the chance to work with high-quality, hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood, all prepared over wood-fired grills that deliver unforgettable flavor. With a supportive, people-first culture and clear career advancement opportunities, you’ll have the ability to make an impact and advance your career in a growing company.

Sous Chef Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive base salary ($55K–$65K) plus uncapped profit-based bonuses
  • Participation in a robust profit sharing plan
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • 3 weeks of paid time off annually (increases to 4 weeks after 5 years)
  • 401(k) with employer match eligibility after 1 year
  • Structured training program with ongoing professional development
  • Opportunities for growth with new restaurant openings
  • Holiday closures (closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving, early closure on Christmas Eve)
  • Supportive team environment that values internal promotion

Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of full-service, high-volume restaurant management experience (corporate systems preferred)
  • Proven butchering skills (steaks and seafood)
  • Experience in scratch kitchen operations
  • Strong communication and team leadership abilities
  • Ability to manage scheduling, ordering, inventory, and training
  • Demonstrated ability to handle the pressures of a busy kitchen environment
  • Stable job history with limited job changes over the past 5 years

Sous Chef Preferred Background & Skills

  • 3–5 years experience as a Sous Chef in upscale, casual full-service dining
  • Experience with Aloha POS, Micros, or scheduling software like Hot Schedules
  • Familiarity with standard recipes and adherence to company systems
  • People-first mentality focused on growth and retention
  • Positive, hands-on approach to kitchen leadership

Sous Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Support the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations and staff management
  • Lead, train, and coach back-of-house team members to uphold high food and safety standards
  • Supervise and participate in hand-cutting steaks and seafood to company specifications
  • Manage ordering, inventory, and scheduling to optimize operations
  • Conduct bi-weekly inventory counts alongside the team
  • Interview, hire, and develop kitchen staff to meet operational and staffing goals
  • Foster a positive and organized work environment, emphasizing quality food and a clean kitchen

If you’re eager to take the next step in your culinary leadership career with a group committed to growth and quality, we’d love to hear from you.

 

JOB ID: 171704

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