Korean Kitchen Sous Chef — Path to Leadership

SeoulSpice; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid weekly + tips

Complimentary meal during shifts

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation and parental leave

Hands-on training and advancement

Job summary

SeoulSpice in Chicago seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Kitchen Leader and keep the line stocked with fresh, high-quality proteins throughout service. You'll cook according to our recipes, manage cooking times, monitor stock, and help with digital orders, while upholding food-safety standards and our values of Vibrancy, Respect, Dedication, Teamwork, and Growth.

This is an active, fast-paced role offering hands-on training and room to advance into Shift Leader, Kitchen Leader, and

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation or genuinely enjoys cooking.
• Can follow recipes while managing timing, freshness, food quality, and waste.
• Pays attention to product levels and follows FIFO and proper food-storage procedures.
• Communicates well, stays organized, and supports both kitchen and front-line teams.
• Is dependable and stays focused during busy shifts, aligned with company values.

Responsibilities

• Cook proteins according to SeoulSpice recipes and meet standards for flavor, freshness, temperature, and presentation.
• Monitor product levels and prepare the right amount of food to avoid waste and out-of-stock issues.
• Follow FIFO, labeling, dating, cooling, holding, storage, and food-safety procedures.
• Keep cooking and preparation areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service.
• Support the front line, prepare digital orders, and step into other stations when needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Job description

SeoulSpice in Chicago seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Kitchen Leader and keep the line stocked with fresh, high-quality proteins throughout service. You'll cook according to our recipes, manage cooking times, monitor stock, and help with digital orders, while upholding food-safety standards and our values of Vibrancy, Respect, Dedication, Teamwork, and Growth.

This is an active, fast-paced role offering hands-on training and room to advance into Shift Leader, Kitchen Leader, and