Executive Sous Chef

Shaw's Crab House; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary-driven restaurant group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations and manage staff in Nashville. This role offers competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and significant experience in a full-service restaurant environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Quarterly Bonus

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as an Executive Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Proven leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all mid- and closing kitchen duties including inventory and ordering.
• Manage BOH shifts ensuring efficient operations and supervision of kitchen teams.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and conduct line checks for quality.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Food Preparation

Job description

About US

Aba, the Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, will open in Nashville’s Wedgewood/Houston neighborhood in Summer 2025. Led by Top Chef Alum Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, this will be Aba’s fourth location, with others in Austin, TX, and Chicago, IL.

We're hiring an EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF!

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Sous Chef with 2+ years of experience in a similar role. We offer benefits, career-long training, and growth opportunities.

A Few of Our Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly Bonus
• Paid Time Off - including Holidays, Personal Days, & Vacation
• 401(k)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program focusing on mental health & wellness

Why Work With Lettuce?

Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company committed to our people. We value diverse perspectives and talents across 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you're ready to join us, explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today! We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all mid- and closing kitchen duties, including inventory, ordering, and controlling food and labor costs.
• Manage BOH shifts, ensuring efficient operations, food prep, and supervision of kitchen teams.
• Lead pre-shift meetings, conduct line, temp, and cooler checks, and participate in food tastings.
• Collaborate with GM and managers to review and maintain recipe books.
• Perform line checks to ensure quality.
• Order food and supplies daily.
• Communicate effectively between FOH and BOH regarding food production and timing.
• Assist in hiring, onboarding, training, and developing BOH staff.
• Promote teamwork and professional conduct.
• Handle challenges tactfully and courteously.
• Work various shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, possibly at multiple sites with overnight travel.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience as an Executive Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Proven leadership and management skills.

Salary Range: USD $60,000 - $90,000 per year.