Ambitious Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen Ops & Training

Ancho & Agave; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) with company match

Relocation assistance

Off-duty dining

Job summary

Ancho & Agave is seeking a diligent Sous Chef to craft exceptional dining experiences and lead daily kitchen operations. You will train staff, uphold plating and safety standards, and manage cost control in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of Sous Chef experience, a current food safety certification, and strong leadership and communication skills to motivate a diverse team. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification is required.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of cooking best practices.
• Working knowledge of restaurant operations, safety, and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and participate in opening/closing procedures.
• Train kitchen staff following company policies and procedures.
• Uphold standards for food prep, plating, safety, and sanitation; ensure workplace safety.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety certification

Culinary skills

Communication

Team management

Time management

Vendor relations

Education

Food Safety and Sanitation certification

Job description

Ancho & Agave is seeking a diligent Sous Chef to craft exceptional dining experiences and lead daily kitchen operations. You will train staff, uphold plating and safety standards, and manage cost control in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of Sous Chef experience, a current food safety certification, and strong leadership and communication skills to motivate a diverse team. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.