Fine Dining Sous Chef – Lead Kitchen Excellence

Landry's; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts on dining, retail,及

Job summary

Henry's Tavern at Portland International Airport (PDX) is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead the back-of-house team in a fast-paced, upscale dining setting.

You will support the Executive Chef in staff development, inventory control, and cost management while maintaining exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. This role offers a strong path for growth within a respected restaurant brand in a premier travel hub.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of Culinary Management experience in upscale/fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of back-of-house operations including staff supervision, inventory controls, and cost management.
• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Stable and progressive work history; strong work ethic.
• Graduate of an accredited culinary program is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead back-of-house staff with a hands-on, lead-by-example approach.
• Assist Executive Chef in managing and developing BOH team; training and follow-up.
• Contribute to achieving budgeted labor and cost targets through planning and execution.
• Oversee inventories and ordering of food and supplies; maintain sanitation per OSHA standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Team supervision

Quality focus

Education

Accredited culinary program

Job description

Henry's Tavern at Portland International Airport (PDX) is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead the back-of-house team in a fast-paced, upscale dining setting.

You will support the Executive Chef in staff development, inventory control, and cost management while maintaining exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. This role offers a strong path for growth within a respected restaurant brand in a premier travel hub.