Sous Chef — French Bistro
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Sous Chef with a genuine passion for French cuisine to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing traditional French bistro dishes, strong kitchen-management skills, and a commitment to consistency and quality.
The Sous Chef will work closely with our current Chef as a collaborative partner in managing daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and plating dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards while ensuring that every plate meets our expectations for quality.
This is a full-time position supporting dinner service six nights per week. Candidates must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
This position requires excellent communication, attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and the ability to remain organized and focused in a fast-paced kitchen.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with the Chef to manage daily kitchen operations.
- Prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintain consistent food quality, portioning, timing, and presentation.
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the kitchen team during busy service periods.
- Ensure compliance with all food-safety, sanitation, and health-department requirements.
- Assist with inventory management, product ordering, cost control, and waste reduction.
- Train and mentor line cooks in culinary techniques, proper food handling, and kitchen procedures.
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Monitor kitchen equipment and promptly report maintenance or repair needs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.
- Support menu development, seasonal specials, and improvements to kitchen operations.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role within a professional kitchen.
- Experience with French cuisine or traditional French bistro cooking is strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food-safety practices, and kitchen operations.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Experience with inventory management, ordering, portion control, and waste reduction.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and perform well under pressure.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Consistent attention to detail and presentation.
- A creative mindset and genuine passion for delivering memorable dining experiences.
- Availability to work dinner service six nights per week, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Join our team and bring your culinary experience, leadership, and passion for French cuisine to one of Nashville’s most distinctive French bistros.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- What is your level of experience with French food?
Ability to Commute:
- Nashville, TN 37206 (Required)
Work Location: In person
