Lead Sous Chef | Culinary Excellence & Flexible Schedule

Boqueria Restaurant Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Discounted meals

Flexible scheduling

Full- and part-time availability

Strong company culture

Job summary

Boqueria Restaurant Group in Atlanta is seeking a talented Sous Chef to lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team. You will train staff, uphold brand standards, manage inventory and assist with P&L awareness, while ensuring health code compliance and exceptional guest satisfaction.

Competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to grow within an expanding upscale restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience at comparable/casual upscale restaurants or scratch kitchens.
• Highly proficient with cooking appliances and an advanced knowledge of culinary techniques
• Knowledge of par levels and best ordering practices and manage inventory levels effectively with a high attention to ingredient quality
• Basic knowledge and understanding of financial implications - understanding P&L, COGs, labor, and operational excellence
• Intuitive understanding of restaurant service
• Extensive food knowledge
• State required food safety certifications
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office and Excel
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and plan ahead.
• Strong leadership abilities (clear vision, active listening, assertive communication, empathetic and responsive).
• Motivated by a strong internal drive to achieve success, dedicated to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Train, develop, and retain top-tier culinary talent within the kitchen.
• Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine to meet Back of House targets and ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintain and uphold brand and product quality standards across dishes and menu items.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and pass inspections with top grades.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

Culinary techniques

Food safety certifications

Inventory management

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Boqueria Restaurant Group in Atlanta is seeking a talented Sous Chef to lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team. You will train staff, uphold brand standards, manage inventory and assist with P&L awareness, while ensuring health code compliance and exceptional guest satisfaction.

Competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to grow within an expanding upscale restaurant group.