Lead Sous Chef — Artful Fine-Dining & Kitchen Leadership

Coma Coffee Roasters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

21c Museum Hotels in St. Louis is seeking a professional Sous Chef to partner with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef. You will own service periods, oversee line cooks and stewarding, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

This role requires strong leadership, knife skills, knowledge of safety and sanitation, and the ability to adapt to menu changes. You’ll mentor staff, manage daily prep, and collaborate on menu development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a fine dining restaurant.
• Professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Strong communication; English required.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Owns service period and crew.
• Oversees kitchen activities across stations.
• Delegates with clear expectations for quality.
• Assists staff with recipe techniques and prep.
• Stays updated on menu changes and day service details.
• Ensures stewarding aligns with opening/closing routines.
• Orders daily and weekly products with CDC input.
• Monitors food and labor costs and drives efficiencies.
• Collaborates on menu development and kitchen engineering.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

21c Museum Hotels in St. Louis is seeking a professional Sous Chef to partner with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef. You will own service periods, oversee line cooks and stewarding, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

This role requires strong leadership, knife skills, knowledge of safety and sanitation, and the ability to adapt to menu changes. You’ll mentor staff, manage daily prep, and collaborate on menu development.