Sous Chef

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A fast-growing, architecturally striking culinary and entertainment venue is seeking a driven Sous Chef who is ready to step up, take ownership, and grow into a stronger leadership role. This position is ideal for a talented cook or junior chef who has mastered the fundamentals and is eager for more responsibility, more creativity, and a clear path to advancement.

You will support daily culinary execution, help lead a diverse team, collaborate on menu development, and strengthen operational systems. This is an environment that rewards ambition, encourages creativity, and provides the runway for a motivated chef to grow.

Sous Chef – Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Health insurance and retirement options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Significant internal growth opportunities as the company continues to expand

Sous Chef – Requirements & Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of back-of-house experience with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong foundation in Western, Indian, and/or fusion cuisine with interest in developing deeper mastery
• Ability to manage daily prep, station organization, and consistent execution during high-volume service
• Experience supporting food cost controls, inventory oversight, and BOH systems
• Comfort leading a diverse culinary team with professionalism and positive energy
• Strong communication and a desire to collaborate with senior culinary leadership
• Spanish-speaking ability is a strong plus

Sous Chef – Must Haves

• Support daily culinary execution with precision, consistency, and attention to detail
• Help drive menu development, specials, and creative projects in partnership with senior chefs
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety across BOH operations
• Assist with inventory management, vendor coordination, ordering, and cost controls
• Train, motivate, and develop team members while cultivating a respectful, accountable culture
• Oversee labor management, scheduling support, and workflow for smooth daily operations
• Proactively identify opportunities to elevate quality, efficiency, and systems
• Serve as a reliable second-in-command who can step up during peak times or in the Chef’s absence

Sous Chef – Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience in scratch kitchens, multicultural concepts, or high-volume operations
• Interest in expanding knowledge of Indian cuisine and fusion techniques
• Ability to bring creativity while following established standards and structure
• Understanding of kitchen systems, SOPs, and workflow optimization
• A growth mindset with the ambition to develop into a future Executive Chef role

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: 168210

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Raul Jimenez

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