Experienced Sous Chef

Little-Mama; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Bonus program

Paid time off after 6 months

Life insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

FS Food Group is seeking a Sous Chef to join Mama Ricotta’s and Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen in Charlotte, leading daily kitchen operations in a high-volume Italian-American setting.

You will mentor staff, ensure quality standards, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu execution, ordering, and inventory. The role emphasizes strong leadership, food safety, and a passion for classic Italian-American dishes, with opportunities for growth within a growing restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Previous sous chef experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Experience in Italian or Italian-American cuisine preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff during service.
• Execute and maintain high standards for Italian-American cuisine.
• Assist with menu execution, ordering, and inventory.
• Train and mentor team members.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team training

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Sous Chef – Little Mama’s Italian | Mama Ricotta's

FS Food Group is hiring a Sous Chef to join our award-winning Italian restaurants Mama Ricotta’s and Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen in Charlotte. If you thrive in a high-volume kitchen, love authentic Italian-American cuisine, and want long-term career growth, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Lead and motivate kitchen staff during service.
• Execute and maintain high standards for Italian-American cuisine.
• Assist with menu execution, ordering, and inventory.
• Train and mentor team members.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a sous chef in a high-volume restaurant.
• Experience in high-volume, full-service restaurants.
• Italian or Italian-American cuisine experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• 100% employer-paid medical & dental insurance.
• Achievable monthly bonus program.
• Paid Time Off after 6 months.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Unlimited growth opportunities.

Why Work with FS Food Group

• Established brand with 30+ years of success.
• Growing restaurant group with new locations planned.
• Strong training and leadership development.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture.

Company Information

FS Food Group is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Disclaimer:The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at FS Food Group, employment is “at will” or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.

Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen is inspired by the old classic Italian restaurants in New England from the 60s and 70s. Really well done classics, without pretense. A stiff cocktail and a bowl of fresh pasta or a knob of just-made mozzarella are the simple but elegant menu items to look out for here. But the broiled steak will bowl you over too.