Executive Sous Chef - Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team

Blue Sushi Saki Grill; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee discount (50% at Flagship)

Job summary

Blue Sushi Sake Grill in Lincoln, NE is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to collaborate with our Executive Chef and General Manager to drive memorable guest experiences and a thriving kitchen culture.

You will lead BOH operations, focus on quality and consistency, and mentor cooks and prep staff while managing food costs and inventory in a fast-paced environment. Join a team dedicated to hospitality and culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of culinary leadership in a high-volume restaurant.
• Experience as sous chef or kitchen manager preferred.
• Culinary education is a plus, hands-on skills valued.
• Experience with food planning, purchasing, inventory, waste control.
• Proficiency with inventory and scheduling software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Lead the BOH team during service, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Train and develop cooks and line staff.
• Manage food cost through ordering and inventory control.
• Create prep lists and station guides to stay organized.
• Maintain high standards for food safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Food cost management

Inventory management

Scheduling

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Inventory software

Scheduling software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Blue Sushi Sake Grill in Lincoln, NE is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to collaborate with our Executive Chef and General Manager to drive memorable guest experiences and a thriving kitchen culture.

You will lead BOH operations, focus on quality and consistency, and mentor cooks and prep staff while managing food costs and inventory in a fast-paced environment. Join a team dedicated to hospitality and culinary excellence.