Executive Sous Chef - Lead Innovative, High-Volume Kitchen

Saltwater Social Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining Discounts

Career Growth

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

EAP

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

THE ONE GROUP in Denver is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to be the right-hand leader to the Executive Chef, ensuring daily kitchen operations run smoothly and uphold our high standards of taste and presentation.

You will manage labor, food costs, safety, and training, while collaborating with the Events and Purchasing teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced, upscale environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional culinary leadership in a high-volume, upscale dining environment.
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations and control costs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Expertise in menu development and culinary innovation.
• Ability to execute all kitchen positions when needed.
• SERV Safe Food Manager Certification or equivalent.
• Experience with restaurant POS and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and ensure quality across dishes.
• Oversee labor, food costs, and inventory within budget.
• Develop seasonal menus aligned with brand and events.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff; foster teamwork.
• Enforce health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Collaborate with purchasing and events teams for sourcing.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen operations

Team development

Menu development

Food cost control

Staff training

Safety standards

POS systems

Education

SERV Safe Food Manager Certification

Tools

Restaurant POS

Inventory management systems

Job description

THE ONE GROUP in Denver is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to be the right-hand leader to the Executive Chef, ensuring daily kitchen operations run smoothly and uphold our high standards of taste and presentation.

You will manage labor, food costs, safety, and training, while collaborating with the Events and Purchasing teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced, upscale environment.