Dynamic Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Elevate Dining

Brazen Restaurant Group; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brazen Restaurant Group in Memphis is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to run daily kitchen operations, maintain high culinary standards, and lead our back-of-house team.

We value strong leadership, consistency, and a collaborative management approach across all kitchen departments. This role offers full-time hours, competitive pay based on experience, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of restaurant kitchen experience in a high-volume setting.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and organizational skills.
• Thorough understanding of health department regulations, food safety, and storage procedures.
• Basic proficiency in PC/software and kitchen math.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Execution: Ensure every plate meets our quality standards and directly contributes to an exceptional guest experience.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and develop back-of-house staff, identifying ongoing training needs and ensuring clear communication.
• Operations & Management: Assist with inventory, ordering, equipment maintenance, and adherence to company policies.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict health, safety, security, and sanitation standards across all kitchen departments.
• Collaboration: Act as a core member of the management team, supporting unified leadership decisions and driving continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Culinary skills

Kitchen math

Tools

PC/software

Job description

Brazen Restaurant Group in Memphis is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to run daily kitchen operations, maintain high culinary standards, and lead our back-of-house team.

We value strong leadership, consistency, and a collaborative management approach across all kitchen departments. This role offers full-time hours, competitive pay based on experience, and opportunities for growth.