Executive Sous Chef – Latin Fine Dining Leader

Chica; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Sous Chef at CHICA Las Vegas is a senior culinary leader responsible for the day-to-day execution, leadership, and operational excellence of the kitchen at The Venetian Las Vegas. You will partner with the Executive Chef to uphold Latin fine dining standards across all menus and services.

This role requires a proven background in Latin cuisine within a high-volume, upscale environment, with hands-on mentorship of the team, strong cost control, and collaboration with front-of-house

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Minimum 4+ years in a senior culinary leadership role (Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Executive Chef).
• Proven experience in Latin cuisine within a fine dining or upscale environment.
• Strong understanding of food product, preparation, presentation, and menu development.
• Food Safety / Manager Certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mathematical aptitude related to food costing, inventory, and labor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations in CHICA Las Vegas.
• Uphold CHICA's Latin fine dining standards across all menus and services.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to standardize recipes, plating, and preparation methods.
• Maintain consistent food quality, flavor integrity, and presentation at all times.
• Ensure strict adherence to standardized recipes and portion controls.
• Continuously source new products and ingredients to support menu evolution and seasonal development.
• Identify and resolve kitchen challenges swiftly, maintaining control and composure during service.
• Oversee expediting during service to ensure accuracy, pacing, and execution excellence.
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate all kitchen staff in alignment with CHICA standards.
• Build a disciplined, motivated, and accountable culinary team.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll management, performance reviews, and corrective action when necessary.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Latin cuisine

Food cost control

Menu development

Staff coaching

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

The Executive Sous Chef at CHICA Las Vegas is a senior culinary leader responsible for the day-to-day execution, leadership, and operational excellence of the kitchen at The Venetian Las Vegas. You will partner with the Executive Chef to uphold Latin fine dining standards across all menus and services.

This role requires a proven background in Latin cuisine within a high-volume, upscale environment, with hands-on mentorship of the team, strong cost control, and collaboration with front-of-house