BoH Sous Chef: Team Leader, Inventory & Quality

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead back-of-house operations, maintain high standards of food quality, and support the Executive Chef.

You will manage kitchen staff, oversee inventory and scheduling, ensure safety and sanitation, and help drive Iconic Hospitality across all shifts in a fast-paced environment. This role offers hands-on leadership and opportunities to grow with the team.

Qualifications

• 2 years of full-service restaurant management experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Expertise in Iconic Hospitality standards.
• Knowledge of butchering and portion control.
• Cash handling, POS/Micros operation, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef across back-of-house operations.
• Manage back-of-house team, operations, and food production for FireBAR.
• Coach and discipline team; provide feedback and staffing decisions.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory of produce and seafood.
• Schedule back-of-house staff and manage staffing goals.
• Supervise butchering and portion control each shift.
• Create a positive, neat, and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Staff scheduling

Inventory control

Food handling

POS/Micros knowledge

Job description

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead back-of-house operations, maintain high standards of food quality, and support the Executive Chef.

You will manage kitchen staff, oversee inventory and scheduling, ensure safety and sanitation, and help drive Iconic Hospitality across all shifts in a fast-paced environment. This role offers hands-on leadership and opportunities to grow with the team.