Executive Sous Chef — Creative Kitchen Leader

fourcornerstaverngroup; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Generous paid time off

50% discount on food & beverage

401K + company match

Medical & supplemental insurance

Development opportunities

Job summary

Four Corners Tavern Group is seeking a creative and motivated Executive Sous Chef to join our Denver kitchen team. You will be the second in command to the Executive Chef, elevating and controlling food quality and labor costs while developing menus and guiding the culinary team.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in F&B, strong leadership, and a passion for high-energy, guest-focused service. This position reports to the Executive Chef and offers growth opportunities within a growing national

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of F&B industry experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and team player mentality.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, timeliness, and results.
• Advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, and multi-tasking.
• Experience with BOH systems, ordering, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead successful culinary production under the direction of the Executive Chef.
• Serve as kitchen head in the Executive Chef's absence.
• Stay current with dining trends and new techniques.
• Ensure all products are prepared in a consistent manner and meet departmental appearance/quality standards.
• Manage areas of profit, stock, waste control, and training within the kitchen.
• Assist with onboarding of BOH employees.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, high energy and demanding environment while maintaining the highest standard of professionalism.
• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Understand and manage local and government regulated food safety, risk prevention, fire prevention, hygiene practices, and emergency procedures to ensure the safety of all staff and guests.
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work day, evening and weekend hours as business needs require.

Skills

F&B experience

Kitchen leadership

Communication

Quality & accuracy

Multi-tasking

BOH systems knowledge

Job description

Four Corners Tavern Group is seeking a creative and motivated Executive Sous Chef to join our Denver kitchen team. You will be the second in command to the Executive Chef, elevating and controlling food quality and labor costs while developing menus and guiding the culinary team.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in F&B, strong leadership, and a passion for high-energy, guest-focused service. This position reports to the Executive Chef and offers growth opportunities within a growing national