Executive Sous Chef: Lead High-Volume Creative Kitchens

True Food Kitchen; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Health insurance

FSA options

Pet Insurance

Gym membership discount

Pre-paid legal support

401K and TRUE Matching

Dining discounts

Perkspot discounts

Job summary

True Food Kitchen in the United States is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations for high-volume service, ensuring food quality and presentation meet our standards. You will collaborate with FOH and BOH teams, manage payroll hours, and drive profitability through cost control and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in full-service restaurant operations, exceptional leadership, and a strong understanding of health, safety, and EcoSure

Qualifications

• Opens and closes the line, performs precise line checks and facility walks.
• Manages BOH and FOH teams, schedules and payroll hours compliant with state laws.
• Drives P&L focus through food cost management, labor, inventory control.
• Leads hiring and development of back-of-house staff.

Responsibilities

• Open and close kitchen operations, ensure line accuracy and sanitation.
• Coordinate with FOH for smooth service and adherence to guidelines.
• Support EcoSure compliance and health inspections with proper documentation.
• Lead hiring, training, and scheduling for back-of-house staff.

Skills

Line leadership

Financial acumen

Staff development

Communication

Food safety

Job description

True Food Kitchen in the United States is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations for high-volume service, ensuring food quality and presentation meet our standards. You will collaborate with FOH and BOH teams, manage payroll hours, and drive profitability through cost control and inventory management.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in full-service restaurant operations, exceptional leadership, and a strong understanding of health, safety, and EcoSure