High-Volume Kitchen Sous Chef — Flexible Schedule

The-Durban-Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The-Durban-Group is seeking a proactive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will supervise BOH staff, assist with ordering and inventory, ensure top-quality food and sanitary practices, and help manage food costs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with culinary training and ServSafe-style certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary school preferred.
• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily operations, menu execution and staff supervision.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency in a high-volume setting.
• Train, coach and motivate BOH staff to uphold performance standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation and hygiene guidelines.
• Oversee ordering, receiving and inventory control; contribute to cost control initiatives.
• Act as kitchen leader in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Organization

Time management

Recipe execution

Cost management

Inventory control

Pressure handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school preferred

Food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe)

Job description

The-Durban-Group is seeking a proactive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will supervise BOH staff, assist with ordering and inventory, ensure top-quality food and sanitary practices, and help manage food costs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with culinary training and ServSafe-style certification preferred.