Lead Sous Chef - Drive Team, Quality & Service

Ruffino's Restaurant; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruffino's Restaurant in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen alongside the Executive Chef. We focus on remarkable experiences for every guest, every time, with a culture that's kind with people and tough on results.

As a Sous Chef, you will supervise daily operations, train staff, manage inventory, ensure food safety, and uphold our standards for taste and presentation. Night, weekend, and holiday shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or kitchen leader in a busy restaurant.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience with food ordering, inventory, and cost control.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during busy shifts.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Lead the kitchen when the Executive Chef is away.
• Set clear goals and hold team members accountable.
• Coach, train, and support kitchen staff.
• Build a positive and respectful work environment.
• Help hire, train, and develop new team members.
• Make sure every dish meets our standards for taste, quality, and presentation.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes, and plating guidelines.
• Check food quality and freshness each day.
• Keep kitchen stations stocked and ready for service.
• Help manage food preparation and ticket times.
• Work with the team to solve problems during busy shifts.
• Keep food properly stored, labeled, and dated.
• Follow first-in, first-out (FIFO) food rotation.
• Reduce food waste and control portion sizes.
• Help track inventory and manage food costs.
• Lead daily line checks and pre-shift meetings.
• Communicate menu changes, specials, and product needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Ruffino's Restaurant in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen alongside the Executive Chef. We focus on remarkable experiences for every guest, every time, with a culture that's kind with people and tough on results.

As a Sous Chef, you will supervise daily operations, train staff, manage inventory, ensure food safety, and uphold our standards for taste and presentation. Night, weekend, and holiday shifts are required.