Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef - Upscale Casual Seafood Restaurant

nextgen-hospitality-solutions; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Edina, MN is seeking a Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to lead our upscale casual seafood restaurant. This full-time, on-site role combines culinary excellence with exceptional service to deliver a memorable dining experience.

You will oversee kitchen operations, drive menu development with a seafood focus, manage staff, and ensure top-quality dishes while maintaining safety and efficiency. Salary is $70,000–$75,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef in a restaurant.
• Strong seafood preparation and cooking techniques.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant culinary degree or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage kitchen staff.
• Assist in menu planning and development with a focus on seafood dishes.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, enhancing their culinary skills.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders as needed.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure excellent customer service.
• Implement cost control measures to optimize kitchen efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Seafood preparation

Menu planning

Food safety

Cost control

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Description

NextGen Hospitality Solutions is looking for a passionate and skilled Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to join our elite team at our upscale casual seafood restaurant located in Edina. This full-time, on-site role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant environment where culinary excellence meets exceptional service.

As the Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring that our dishes uphold the highest quality standards. You will play a crucial role in menu development, staff management, and maintaining a seamless workflow in the kitchen, all while contributing to the ambiance that defines our restaurant's unique dining experience. We offer a competitive salary range of $70,000 - $75,000 annually, alongside an engaging workplace culture that fosters creativity and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage kitchen staff
• Assist in menu planning and development with a focus on seafood dishes
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, enhancing their culinary skills
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders as needed
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure excellent customer service
• Implement cost control measures to optimize kitchen efficiency

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef in a restaurant
• Strong understanding of seafood preparation and cooking techniques
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant culinary degree or certification is preferred