Junior Sous Chef

The Jimmy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

Health and Dental Insurance

Dining discounts

Hands-on training and mentorship

Job summary

The Jimmy, located in Charlotte, is seeking a Development Sous Chef who is ready to take their culinary skills to the next level. This role is focused on learning and growing into a full Sous Chef position. Candidates should have at least two years of high-volume kitchen experience and strong knife skills. The position includes hands-on training and mentorship within a vibrant Italian dining environment.

You will support kitchen operations, maintain high standards, and work alongside experienced chefs to learn essential aspects of kitchen management. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong fundamentals in knife skills and station execution.
• Desire to step into a leadership role.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized station.
• Calm under pressure and coachable.

Responsibilities

• Support daily kitchen operations and service execution.
• Work alongside Sous Chefs and Executive Chef to learn systems.
• Help train and support line cooks.
• Maintain strong performance on your station.
• Assist with prep, production, and kitchen organization.
• Uphold company standards and culture.

Skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Knife skills

Leadership potential

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Team-oriented

Interest in food development

Job description

At The Jimmy, we bring the best of Italian cuisine to Charlotte with our vibrant pizzeria and pastaria. From hand-stretched pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven to house-made pastas, we focus on simple, made-from-scratch food done the right way. Located in Myers Park, we offer a casual but elevated dining experience built on consistency, quality, and strong execution.

As part of Noble Food & Pursuits, we are focused on building teams, not just filling roles. This is not a finished Sous Chef role. This is a development position for a strong line cook or early leader who is ready to take the next step. You will be trained, developed, and expected to grow into a full Sous Chef position.

What We’re Looking For

• 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen
• Strong fundamentals in knife skills and station execution
• Desire to step into a leadership role and take on more responsibility
• Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, consistent station
• Calm under pressure and coachable
• Team-focused with a willingness to support others and improve the kitchen
• Genuine interest in food and continued development

What You’ll Do

• Support daily kitchen operations and service execution
• Work alongside Sous Chefs and Executive Chef to learn ordering, inventory, and prep systems
• Help train and support line cooks while building your own leadership skills
• Maintain strong performance on your station while learning other areas of the kitchen
• Assist with prep, production, and organization of the kitchen
• Uphold Noble Food & Pursuits standards and culture every shift

Why Work With Us

• $55,000 to $60,000 per year based on experience
• 15 days PTO
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Dining discounts across all Noble Food & Pursuits locations
• Hands-on training and mentorship with a clear path to Sous Chef
• Opportunity to grow within a multi-concept restaurant group focused on quality and standards