Executive Sous Chef: Italian-Inspired, High-Volume Kitchen

Makeready; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO exchange

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

401k plan

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Bar Sprezzatura, part of the Makeready collection, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead hands-on operations alongside the Executive Chef. You will mentor staff, control costs, and drive consistency with a focus on hospitality excellence.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in fine dining, leadership experience, and strong knowledge of safety protocols, HR practices, and labor laws. Bar Sprezzatura emphasizes superb cuisine, staff development, and guest experience.

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in a fine dining high-volume kitchen with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Safety and hygiene protocols knowledge.
• Understanding of HR practices and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead in kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef and mentor staff.
• Apply mastery of cooking techniques, cost control, and staff development.
• Collaborate with executive chef and corporate teams to advance restaurant success.

Skills

Leadership experience

Safety & hygiene

HR practices knowledge

Labor laws knowledge

Spanish language (bonus)

Physical stamina

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Bar Sprezzatura, part of the Makeready collection, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead hands-on operations alongside the Executive Chef. You will mentor staff, control costs, and drive consistency with a focus on hospitality excellence.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in fine dining, leadership experience, and strong knowledge of safety protocols, HR practices, and labor laws. Bar Sprezzatura emphasizes superb cuisine, staff development, and guest experience.