Executive Sous Chef: Lead, Mentor & Elevate the Kitchen

Harri; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Dining discounts

Professional development

Manager in Training

Holiday closures

Collaborative culture

Job summary

El Molino, a Vandelay Companies concept inspired by Mexico City, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to uphold culinary vision and drive kitchen excellence in a fast-paced, hospitality-forward setting.

You will lead service, coach line cooks, ensure quality and safety, and partner with the Executive Chef to maintain consistency and a polished guest experience with growth opportunities toward Executive Chef leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of full-service culinary experience.
• 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, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead kitchen operations with the Executive Chef in opening, closing, and service execution.
• Uphold culinary standards, procedures, and food safety guidelines.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring rotation and accurate ordering.
• Maintain proper food handling practices, including temperatures, storage and labeling.
• Lead service with real-time coaching to ensure efficiency.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard new team members.
• Train and develop team members, building bench strength.
• Lead pre-shift meetings to align the team for service.
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented per recipes and plating standards.
• Maintain organized kitchen systems supporting workflow and cleanliness.
• Complete and submit reports and updates on time.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support performance management and uphold company standards.
• Attend weekly manager meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management or similar field of study strongly preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Job description

El Molino, a Vandelay Companies concept inspired by Mexico City, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to uphold culinary vision and drive kitchen excellence in a fast-paced, hospitality-forward setting.

You will lead service, coach line cooks, ensure quality and safety, and partner with the Executive Chef to maintain consistency and a polished guest experience with growth opportunities toward Executive Chef leadership.