Lead Sous Chef: Creative Kitchen Leader

Latuli Foods LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Latuli Foods LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will assist the Executive Chef, develop menus, supervise line cooks, and uphold high standards of quality and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a professional kitchen, strong leadership, food safety knowledge, and a culinary degree or equivalent training. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Line Cook.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and modern cooking methods.
• Proven leadership and team management skills in a high-volume kitchen.
• Solid understanding of food cost control and inventory management.
• ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and food preparation
• Supervise, train, and mentor line cooks and kitchen staff to ensure consistency and quality
• Oversee food production, plating standards, and presentation to maintain culinary excellence
• Monitor food inventory, manage ordering, and minimize waste through proper stock rotation
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations
• Step in as acting head of the kitchen in the Executive Chef's absence
• Collaborate on seasonal menu planning and new recipe development

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Menu development

Team management

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

Latuli Foods LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will assist the Executive Chef, develop menus, supervise line cooks, and uphold high standards of quality and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a professional kitchen, strong leadership, food safety knowledge, and a culinary degree or equivalent training. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for advancement.