Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to join the opening leadership team of a new restaurant. This is an exciting opportunity to launch a high-volume, chef-driven concept with a fast-growing brand that prioritizes developing its people from within.

If you thrive in a fast-paced scratch kitchen, love coaching and developing others, and take pride in delivering exceptional food every shift, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Kitchen: Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations; Lead, coach, and develop Back-of-House team members to build a strong, high-performing culture; Help create an organized, positive, and accountable work environment.

Job description

Sous Chef - New Restaurant Opening | High-Growth, Chef-Driven Concept

Location: New Restaurant Opening

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

About the Opportunity

We're seeking a passionate, hands-on Sous Chef to join the opening leadership team of an exciting new restaurant. This is an outstanding opportunity to help launch a high-volume, chef-driven concept while building your career with a fast-growing brand that believes in developing its people from within.

If you thrive in a fast-paced scratch kitchen, love coaching and developing others, and take pride in delivering exceptional food every shift, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Lead the Kitchen

• Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations.
• Lead, coach, and develop Back-of-House team members to build a strong, high-performing culture.
• Help create an organized, positive, and accountable work environment.

Deliver Culinary Excellence

• Ensure every dish meets the highest standards for quality, consistency, presentation, and execution.
• Maintain exceptional food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and kitchen organization.
• Support a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Drive Operational Success

• Assist with inventory management, ordering, food cost controls, and labor efficiency.
• Help execute prep, production, and service to ensure smooth, high-volume operations.
• Work alongside the Executive Chef to achieve operational and financial goals.