Executive Sous Chef

True Food Kitchen; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Health insurance

FSA options

Pet Insurance

Gym membership discount

Pre-paid legal support

401K and TRUE Matching

Dining discounts

Perkspot discounts

Job summary

True Food Kitchen in the United States is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations for high-volume service, ensuring food quality and presentation meet our standards. You will collaborate with FOH and BOH teams, manage payroll hours, and drive profitability through cost control and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in full-service restaurant operations, exceptional leadership, and a strong understanding of health, safety, and EcoSure

Qualifications

• Opens and closes the line, performs precise line checks and facility walks.
• Manages BOH and FOH teams, schedules and payroll hours compliant with state laws.
• Drives P&L focus through food cost management, labor, inventory control.
• Leads hiring and development of back-of-house staff.

Responsibilities

• Open and close kitchen operations, ensure line accuracy and sanitation.
• Coordinate with FOH for smooth service and adherence to guidelines.
• Support EcoSure compliance and health inspections with proper documentation.
• Lead hiring, training, and scheduling for back-of-house staff.

Skills

Line leadership

Financial acumen

Staff development

Communication

Food safety

Job description

We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world.

This isn't just a job - it\'s a chance to find your true purpose. We’re a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

Who We\'re Inviting To The Table

• Opens and closes the line, performs precise line checks and facility walks, EcoSure with proper documentation to adhere to company standards and addresses any deficiencies.
• Runs high volume service periods from the expo or wheel position to ensure food quality and presentation is up to TFK standards.
• Performs with BOH and FOH team, precise line checks and facility walks with proper follow up and documentation and participates with all EcoSure & Health inspections, ensuring a safe production environment.
• Responsible for the hiring and development of back of house employees; managing their schedules and reporting payroll hours in compliance to company standards and state laws.
• Partners with EC on managing the P&L to assist in maximizing the profts through food cost management, labor, inventory control and performance of the restaurant.
• Assists in the ordering and invoicing of product.
• Consistent open communication with FOH team to ensure adherence of TFK guidelines.

THE PERFECT PAIRING

• Have a strong passion for culinary excellence, and you are exceptionally detailed.
• Are resilient in stressful situations and always able to handle last minute requests.
• For more than 3 years, as a chef, you\’ve been a key ingredient in the success of a full service, high-volume restaurant.
• Have advanced knowledge and understanding of financial aspects of business operations.
• Are caring, self-motivated and exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Competitive Compensation Package with quarterly bonus
• Health and Wellness Benefits (medical, dental, eye & more)
• FSA options for child care assistance
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• Gym membership discount
• Pre-paid legal support
• 401K and TRUE Matching
• Dining discounts and family meals
• Additional perks and discounts through Perkspot

We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.