Sous Chef

Recruiting Partner: Melissa Montero

New Orleans, Louisiana | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $60,000 to $68,000 | Job ID: 183400

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Sous Chef

Join a respected upscale restaurant group as a Sous Chef, where you will play a key role in overseeing daily kitchen operations and supporting a culture of excellence and inclusivity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise in scratch cooking while helping maintain high standards and exceptional guest experiences.

Sous Chef Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance with generous employer contributions
  • 401(k) plan available after one year of employment
  • 2 weeks PTO annually
  • Subsidized FQ parking
  • Employee meals and discounts

Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in an upscale restaurant
  • Proven experience in scratch cooking, including fish butchery, stocks, and sauces
  • Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful team environment
  • Ability to train, manage, and coach culinary team members
  • Experience with ordering, inventory management, scheduling, and communicating with senior leadership

Sous Chef Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience working in high-volume kitchens with annual sales of $5M or more
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Strong leadership and clear communication skills
  • Passion for quality ingredients and food presentation
  • Adaptable and able to thrive in a working chef role on varying shifts, including weekends

Sous Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Oversee kitchen operations while actively working alongside the culinary team
  • Manage scheduling, ordering, and inventory to ensure efficiency
  • Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and safety
  • Train and coach staff to promote growth and teamwork
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to meet operational goals
  • Support a positive work environment through inclusive leadership

If you have a working chef mentality and are ready to contribute your skills to a dynamic team in an upscale setting, this position could be the perfect fit.

 

JOB ID: 183400

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