Executive Sous Chef

Nbutexas; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus opportunity

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO, sick time & 7 paid holidays

Life insurance & short-term disability

Free meals, dining discounts & cell re

Cell phone reimbursement

Strong team culture, recognition & adv

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join a fast-paced, full-service restaurant group in Madison, WI. This role leads daily kitchen operations, develops a high-performing BOH team, and partners with restaurant leadership to elevate guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has strong food-cost control, team development, and a hands-on leadership style, with flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays. This is a high-volume opportunity with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Lead and develop a high-performing BOH team.
• Manage food costs, inventory, waste, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations with a focus on quality, safety, and sanitation.
• Hire, train, coach, and schedule a strong BOH team.
• Drive food cost control, inventory, and kitchen organization.
• Perform daily line checks and ensure adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and leadership on guest experience goals.
• Be hands-on, stepping in to support kitchen operations as needed.

Skills

Leadership/Team management

High-volume kitchen

Food cost & inventory control

Scheduling & labor management

Bilingual English/Spanish (strong plus

Job description

A well established, growing restaurant group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join a high-volume, full-service operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves developing strong teams, and is ready to take the next step in their career.

Benefits of the Role

• Competitive salary plus bonus opportunity
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, sick time & 7 paid holidays
• Life insurance & short-term disability
• Free meals, dining discounts & cell phone reimbursement
• Strong team culture, employee recognition & opportunities for advancement

Responsibilities of the Role

• Lead daily kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality, safety, and sanitation standards
• Hire, train, coach, schedule, and develop a high-performing BOH team
• Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, waste, labor, and kitchen organization
• Conduct daily line checks and ensure consistent execution of company standards
• Partner with the Executive Chef and restaurant leadership to drive operational and guest experience goals
• Serve as a hands-on leader, working alongside the team and stepping into kitchen operations wherever needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary management experience with a strong full-service restaurant background
• Experience in a high-volume, prep-intensive restaurant environment strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of food cost, inventory, labor, scheduling, food safety, and BOH operations
• Proven ability to lead, train, motivate, and develop kitchen teams
• Comfortable working a 50-hour restaurant schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a strong plus