Executive Sous Chef — Multi‑Outlet & VIP Experience Lead

Pantera Capital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee multiple kitchen outlets and ensure consistent high-end experiences for guests and VIPs. Work with the executive chef to plan openings, manage teams, and uphold strict safety and cost targets.

The role requires a culinary degree with 4+ years (or 6+ years) of industry experience, plus 2+ years in a multi-outlet setting. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Culinary degree and 4+ years of industry experience; or 6+ years of industry experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a multi-outlet operation facility.

Responsibilities

• Follow, set, and enforce standards of operation in multiple kitchen outlet environments and service formats.
• Support executive chef and/or sous chef/s with operation, team development, and overall department in its entirety.
• Enforce both food and general workplace safety in all food services areas.
• Train staff on work planning materials, safety protocols, and health inspection guidelines.
• Oversee hiring and disciplinary decisions for their team, keeping in mind overall wellbeing of all food services.
• Coordinate successful openings of new outlets, with particular emphasis on VIP experiences.
• Continue operation of new outlets throughout the entirety of there existence once in regular day-to-day operation.
• Plan and meet cost per head targets at their site and/or outlets set by executive chef.
• Support hiring, development, retention and overall team management for all food service’s staff.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Management

Education

High school diploma

Culinary degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

SpaceXAI is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee multiple kitchen outlets and ensure consistent high-end experiences for guests and VIPs. Work with the executive chef to plan openings, manage teams, and uphold strict safety and cost targets.

The role requires a culinary degree with 4+ years (or 6+ years) of industry experience, plus 2+ years in a multi-outlet setting. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success in a fast-paced corporate environment.