Executive Sous Chef
Presley's Kitchen & Bar | Detroit, MI
About Presley's Kitchen & Bar
Located inside the historic David Whitney Building in Downtown Detroit, Presley's Kitchen & Bar is an elevated American restaurant focused on exceptional hospitality, chef-driven cuisine, and creating memorable experiences for every guest. We serve brunch, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, private events, hotel catering, and room service, making every day unique and fast-paced.
At Presley's, we believe great restaurants are built by great people. We value professionalism, accountability, teamwork, creativity, and a genuine passion for hospitality. We are looking for leaders who take pride in developing people, maintaining high standards, and leading by example.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to work directly alongside our Executive Chef in leading all back-of-house operations. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who thrives in a high-volume, scratch kitchen and is ready to help build a strong culinary culture.
The Executive Sous Chef is expected to lead every shift with urgency, coach and develop the kitchen team, maintain consistency, and ensure every plate leaving the kitchen reflects our standards.
Please do not apply unless you have a minimum of two (2) years of Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Chef experience. This is a senior leadership role and prior management experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef
- Manage and develop cooks through coaching, accountability, and training
- Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
- Oversee prep, line execution, and service during breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, and events
- Assist with scheduling, labor management, inventory, ordering, and food cost control
- Ensure all health department, sanitation, and food safety standards are consistently met
- Help create systems that improve organization and efficiency
- Foster a positive, respectful, team-first kitchen culture
- Step into the Executive Chef's role when needed
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or higher
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience in high-volume, full-service restaurants
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Passion for mentoring and developing kitchen teams
- Ability to remain calm and organized under pressure
- Extensive knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Preferred
- Experience with hotel, banquet, or catering operations
- Scratch kitchen experience
- Experience with inventory management and food cost controls
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Leads with humility and earns respect through action
- Holds themselves and others accountable
- Takes ownership instead of making excuses
- Loves teaching and developing future chefs
- Is passionate about creating outstanding food every day
- Wants to grow with a company that is expanding
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid vacation
- Health benefits available
- Dining discounts
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing hospitality group
- Opportunity to help shape the future of one of Downtown Detroit's premier restaurants
If you're looking for more than just another kitchen job and want to be part of building something special, we'd love to meet you.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Sous Chef: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
