Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef - Upscale Restaurant

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to enhance our upscale restaurant's culinary team in Wyoming. This full-time, on-site position entails managing kitchen operations, supervising staff, and ensuring food quality. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of experience and strong culinary skills.

Join us for a rewarding opportunity with competitive salary ranging from $70,000 - $80,000 annually and contribute to exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management.
• Proficient in various cooking techniques.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate kitchen operations for efficiency.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff.
• Develop menu items reflecting seasonal ingredients.
• Monitor food safety and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory and ordering.
• Collaborate with head chef on events.
• Assist in budgeting and cost control.
• Ensure quality in food preparation.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational ability

Multitasking

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

NextGen Hospitality Solutions is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to join our upscale restaurant team in Teton County. This full‑time, on‑site position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, high‑quality dining environment dedicated to exceptional culinary experiences. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing kitchen operations, mentoring kitchen staff, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation. Join us in creating memorable dining moments for our guests while receiving a competitive salary range of $70,000 - $80,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering professional development
• Develop and implement menu items that reflect seasonal ingredients and trends
• Monitor food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with regulations
• Manage inventory and ordering of kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Collaborate with the head chef on special events and catering menus
• Assist in budgeting and cost control for kitchen operations
• Ensure consistent quality in food preparation and presentation

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a kitchen management role
• Strong culinary skills with knowledge of various cooking techniques
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in kitchen management software and tools
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and regulations
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication skills to interact with staff and guests
• Relevant culinary degree or certification is preferred