Our luxury upscale steakhouse is seeking an experienced, driven, and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. This position is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations while ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and execution across all culinary offerings. The Sous Chef will provide hands-on leadership, mentor and develop culinary team members, and maintain the elevated standards expected within a luxury hospitality environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, extensive culinary knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen while delivering exceptional guest experiences through culinary excellence.
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Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily culinary operations, ensuring efficient kitchen performance and exceptional food quality
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Supervise, coach, and develop line cooks, prep cooks, and stewards while fostering a collaborative, professional, and positive work environment
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Lead kitchen operations during assigned shifts, ensuring all menu items are prepared according to established recipes, presentation standards, and steakhouse specifications
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Monitor food quality, consistency, portion control, and plating standards to ensure an exceptional dining experience
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Oversee production and execution across all kitchen stations, providing support wherever needed to ensure successful service
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Assist with scheduling, training, onboarding, performance coaching, and daily supervision of culinary team members
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Support menu development, recipe execution, seasonal features, and culinary innovation in collaboration with the Executive Chef
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Maintain inventory levels, assist with product ordering, receiving, and inventory rotation while minimizing waste and controlling food costs
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Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations, maintaining a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen
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Monitor equipment performance and communicate maintenance needs promptly to leadership
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Assist with banquet, private dining, catering, and specialty culinary events while maintaining consistent execution and presentation standards
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Uphold standards aligned with luxury hospitality, Forbes Travel Guide service culture, and elevated guest expectations
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Maintain composure and lead effectively during high-volume dinner services while ensuring timely execution and exceptional attention to detail
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Serve as the acting kitchen leader in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring continuity of operations and adherence to established standards
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Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement throughout the culinary department
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Minimum of 3 years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role; upscale steakhouse, fine dining, or luxury hotel experience preferred
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Strong knowledge of classic cooking techniques, premium steak and seafood preparation, knife skills, and proper food handling procedures
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Proven ability to lead and motivate culinary teams in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
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Experience with inventory management, ordering, food cost controls, and kitchen organization preferred
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Strong understanding of kitchen safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
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Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
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Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
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Culinary school education preferred but not required with relevant experience
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ServSafe Manager Certification preferred or ability to obtain certification
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Passion for culinary excellence and luxury hospitality
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Strong leadership presence with the ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members
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Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
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Professional appearance and demeanor
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Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during high-volume service
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Commitment to teamwork, consistency, and guest satisfaction
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Desire to continuously improve culinary operations and elevate the guest experience
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Competitive compensation
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Opportunities for culinary growth and advancement
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Luxury hospitality work environment
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Employee dining and hotel benefits where applicable
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Professional development and training opportunities
Our team is dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences through exceptional cuisine, refined presentation, and elevated hospitality standards. Candidates with a passion for luxury dining, culinary leadership, and developing high-performing teams are encouraged to apply.
