Executive Sous Chef — Lead, Mentor & Elevate Cuisine

Bar-Sardine; University Park (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 at Vandelay concepts

Professional development and career增长

Robust Manager in Training program

All Vandelay restaurants are closed on

A collaborative, uplifting culture

Job summary

Bar Sardine, a French-inspired intimate bistro, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef and lead the kitchen with precision and pride. You will mentor line cooks, oversee daily service, ensure quality, cleanliness, and adherence to recipes and safety standards, and help grow the team for future leadership.

This role offers growth toward Executive Chef leadership as Vandelay expands, with hands-on exposure to top-tier operations and a culture built on discipline and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-service culinary experience.
• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to work a 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 with consistency and quality.
• Support the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations and service execution.
• Uphold culinary standards, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Oversee inventory management and accurate ordering levels.
• Lead service with real-time coaching and staff development.
• Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new team members.
• Train and cross-train team members to build bench strength.
• Attend weekly manager meetings and contribute to strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Team development

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management

Job description

Bar Sardine, a French-inspired intimate bistro, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef and lead the kitchen with precision and pride. You will mentor line cooks, oversee daily service, ensure quality, cleanliness, and adherence to recipes and safety standards, and help grow the team for future leadership.

This role offers growth toward Executive Chef leadership as Vandelay expands, with hands-on exposure to top-tier operations and a culture built on discipline and