Executive Sous Chef - Lead, Mentor, Elevate Kitchen

El Molino Preston; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Dining discounts at Vandelay concepts

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

El Molino Preston is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to drive our culinary vision and lead day-to-day kitchen operations in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven setting.

You will coach line cooks, manage prep and execution, ensure food quality and presentation, and uphold safety and cleanliness while maintaining Vandelay standards. This role offers mentorship, growth into Executive Chef leadership, and a culture focused on teamwork and accountability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-service culinary experience.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication and team coaching skills.

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

High-quality food standards

Exceptional communication

Flexible scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management

High school diploma or GED

Job description

El Molino Preston is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to drive our culinary vision and lead day-to-day kitchen operations in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven setting.

You will coach line cooks, manage prep and execution, ensure food quality and presentation, and uphold safety and cleanliness while maintaining Vandelay standards. This role offers mentorship, growth into Executive Chef leadership, and a culture focused on teamwork and accountability.