Lead Sous Chef — Craft World-Class Guest Experiences

RH; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RH Hospitality seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead our culinary team and partner with the Executive Chef in shaping kitchen strategy across a high-volume, full-service restaurant. You will train and develop staff, monitor food quality, and ensure safety and compliance while delivering world-class guest experiences.

As a key leader on the Property Leadership Team, you will manage inventory, optimize labor costs, and support recruitment and administrative functions to align with RH’s vision and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant or culinary program.
• Proven ability to manage labor and food costs, inventory controls, and strategic resource planning.
• Expertise in computer systems including Microsoft Excel, Foodager (or other inventory management system) and email communication.
• Advanced culinary expertise, including mastery of knife techniques and high-level cooking standards.
• Proven ability to work autonomously while collaborating across leadership levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Team Members with structured training and coaching to uphold RH’s culinary standards.
• Partner with the Executive Chef to shape kitchen strategy, including recruitment and onboarding of staff.
• Assist with inventory controls and reporting, labor cost optimization, and food cost control.
• Uphold quality and safety standards across all hospitality areas and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Own service execution, conduct line checks, monitor food prep, and lead expediting.
• Document updates to improve team performance and operational excellence.

Skills

Sous Chef Experience

High-Volume Ops

Inventory Management

Excel Proficiency

Team Leadership

Tools

Foodager

Excel

Email Communication

Job description

RH Hospitality seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead our culinary team and partner with the Executive Chef in shaping kitchen strategy across a high-volume, full-service restaurant. You will train and develop staff, monitor food quality, and ensure safety and compliance while delivering world-class guest experiences.

As a key leader on the Property Leadership Team, you will manage inventory, optimize labor costs, and support recruitment and administrative functions to align with RH’s vision and