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Sous Chef (Executive Sous Chef Track) – Upscale, High-Volume Concept

A growing, high-performing restaurant group with elevated standards is seeking a Sous Chef ready to take the next step. This role is ideal for a polished, high-potential leader who understands the business of the kitchen and is prepared to grow into an Executive Sous Chef role, overseeing day-to-day culinary operations while executing the vision of the Executive Chef.

This is a rare opportunity to join a concept that values structure, accountability, and career progression.

What We’re Looking For

Required Experience & Capabilities:

4+ years of salaried Sous Chef or Kitchen Management experience
Proven success in high-volume operations ($2M+ in annual sales)
Upscale or polished-casual dining experience
Strong understanding of kitchen P&L including food cost, labor, inventory, and waste control
Ability to execute and enforce recipes, systems, and standards established by the Executive Chef
Demonstrated ability to lead the entire kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
Proven success in training, developing, and motivating culinary teams
Stable tenure with a track record of accountability and results
Professional, positive attitude with a team-first leadership style

Key Responsibilities

Support and execute the Executive Chef’s culinary vision
Manage daily BOH operations, scheduling, and line execution
Own food cost, labor cost, inventory, and purchasing controls
Ensure consistent recipe execution, plating, and quality standards
Train and mentor Sous Chefs, line cooks, and prep teams
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment
Step into an Executive Sous Chef role, running the kitchen as needed

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Performance-based bonus potential
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid vacation
Clear growth path to Executive Sous Chef
A professional, structured kitchen with high standards and strong leadership

JOB ID: 169095

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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.