Executive Sous Chef

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One of Atlanta’s most anticipated new openings is arriving in the Star Metals District: a chef-driven restaurant that blends refined global flavors, modern design, and uncompromising service standards. We are seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join the opening leadership team and help set a new benchmark for dining in the city.

The Executive Sous Chef will partner with the Executive Chef to build and lead a team capable of delivering cuisine at a Michelin-recognized level, ensuring flawless consistency across every service. This role is ideal for a culinary leader who thrives in high-performance kitchens, embraces creativity, and understands how to balance artistry with operational execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Executive Chef in daily leadership and menu execution.
• Train, mentor, and hold a culinary team accountable to exacting standards.
• Execute systems for precision, consistency, and speed in high-volume service.
• Oversee P&L, food and labor cost controls, and inventory management.
• Collaborate on menu development and seasonal sourcing.
• Drive operational excellence during the restaurant’s critical opening phase.

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef in Michelin-starred, James Beard-recognized, or equivalent fine-dining kitchens.
• Prior opening experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing teams and instilling a culture of excellence.
• Strong operational and financial acumen.
• Passion for creativity, execution, and the art of hospitality.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $85,000 – $95,000 base salary + bonus potential.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO
• Career Growth Opportunities

This is more than an opening—it’s an opportunity to help shape one of Atlanta’s most talked-about culinary destinations. If you are passionate about leadership and excellence at the highest level, we want to meet you.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 165069

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Dustin Durrenberger

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