Dynamic Sous Chef: Lead, Train & Elevate a Busy Kitchen

Silver Branch Brewing Co.; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Branch Warrenton Station is seeking a Sous Chef who loves cooking, mentors teammates, and isn’t afraid to roll up sleeves. You’ll work with the Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen serving handcrafted pizzas, elevated pub fare, and beer-paired dishes.

If you thrive during busy service, enjoy problem solving on the fly, and want to grow as a chef and leader, we’d love to meet you. On-site role with opportunities to shape our kitchen and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant or scratch kitchen.
• A genuine passion for cooking and hospitality.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
• Experience with scheduling and inventory software is a plus.
• ServSafe Manager Certification (or the ability to obtain one within 30 days).
• A willingness to learn, teach, and lead by example every day.

Responsibilities

• Help lead daily kitchen operations and keep service running smoothly.
• Cook alongside the team while maintaining high standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Lead shifts and confidently run the kitchen when the Head Chef is away.
• Train, coach, and support line cooks, helping build a positive, accountable team culture.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and food cost management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen at all times.
• Work with the Head Chef on menu features, recipe development, and catering opportunities.
• Find ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and make the kitchen better every day.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary passion

Organizational skills

Food safety knowledge

Scheduling & inventory software

ServSafe certification

Teach & lead by example

Tools

MarginEdge

GoTab

7Shifts

Job description

Silver Branch Warrenton Station is seeking a Sous Chef who loves cooking, mentors teammates, and isn’t afraid to roll up sleeves. You’ll work with the Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen serving handcrafted pizzas, elevated pub fare, and beer-paired dishes.

If you thrive during busy service, enjoy problem solving on the fly, and want to grow as a chef and leader, we’d love to meet you. On-site role with opportunities to shape our kitchen and guest experience.