Executive Sous Chef - Italian-Inspired, Mentorship-Driven

The Mina Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mina Group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Bar Sprezzatura in Portland, OR. This role is a hands‑on culinary leader who supports all kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef, driving consistency, mentorship, and hospitality across high‑volume service.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in fine dining, leadership experience, and a culinary degree preferred. Must manage inventory, labor costs, and safety protocols, with capacity for long hours and a commitment to staff development.

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in a fine dining high volume kitchen, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Culinary degree preferred
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols
• Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws
• Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds
• Stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week
• Spanish language skills a plus

Responsibilities

• Hands‑on culinary leader supporting all kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef.
• Mentor and lead kitchen staff; drive consistency and professionalism.
• Oversee inventory control and labor cost management; ensure cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with executive chef and corporate culinary/operations teams to advance restaurant success.

Skills

Executive leadership

Culinary expertise

Inventory control

Labor cost management

Staff development

Mentorship

Cost control

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

The Mina Group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Bar Sprezzatura in Portland, OR. This role is a hands‑on culinary leader who supports all kitchen operations alongside the Executive Chef, driving consistency, mentorship, and hospitality across high‑volume service.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in fine dining, leadership experience, and a culinary degree preferred. Must manage inventory, labor costs, and safety protocols, with capacity for long hours and a commitment to staff development.