Executive Sous Chef - Lead & Elevate Kitchen Excellence

Hudson House Frisco; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Dining discounts

Career growth

Manager in Training

Holiday closures

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Hudson House Frisco is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to translate our culinary vision into daily execution, leading the kitchen team with discipline and hospitality. You’ll partner with the Executive Chef to uphold standards, coach line cooks, and ensure consistent quality and presentation across all menus.

You’ll oversee prep, station setup, inventory, and sanitation, while driving efficiency and training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of full-service culinary experience strongly preferred.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Trustworthy, detail-obsessed and open to constructive feedback.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily service to Vandelay standards, ensuring food is prepared with consistency, quality, and timeliness.
• Support the Executive Chef in leading all kitchen operations, including opening, closing, and service execution.
• Uphold and enforce all culinary standards, procedures, and food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring product quality, proper rotation, and accurate ordering levels.
• Maintain proper food handling practices, including cooking temperatures, storage, and labeling.
• Lead the team through service, providing real-time coaching and support to ensure a smooth and efficient kitchen.
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new team members.
• Train, cross‑train, and develop team members, fostering growth and building bench strength within the kitchen.
• Lead pre‑shift meetings to communicate key updates, set expectations, and align the team for service.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to company recipes, portioning, and plating standards.
• Maintain organized and efficient kitchen systems that support workflow, cleanliness, and consistency.
• Complete and submit all required reports, documentation, and operational updates accurately and on time.
• Ensure full compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support performance management and uphold company standards related to accountability and team culture.
• Attend and actively participate in weekly manager meetings.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team coaching

Food safety & sanitation

Menu execution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary/Restaurant/Hospitality

Job description

Hudson House Frisco is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to translate our culinary vision into daily execution, leading the kitchen team with discipline and hospitality. You’ll partner with the Executive Chef to uphold standards, coach line cooks, and ensure consistent quality and presentation across all menus.

You’ll oversee prep, station setup, inventory, and sanitation, while driving efficiency and training.