Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Craft & Team

Thompson-Hospitality; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k), matched up to 4%

Short and Long TermDisability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, R 

Job summary

Milk & Honey by Thompson Restaurants in Virginia is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead our kitchen and elevate the dining experience. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef and General Manager to implement the culinary vision, manage prep, service, ordering, inventory, and cost control.

As a kitchen leader, you will train and mentor staff, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and ensure consistency across dishes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high class dining experience.
• Experience as a sous chef.
• A great attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy kitchen environment.
• May require climbing ladders or using step stools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef in planning and executing the culinary vision for Milk & Honey.
• Oversee food preparation and ensure dishes are executed with precision and creativity.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain a smooth workflow during service hours.
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain excellence in culinary techniques and presentation.
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Skills

High-end dining

Sous chef experience

Strong work ethic

Communication in noisy kitchen

Physical dexterity

Job description

Milk & Honey by Thompson Restaurants in Virginia is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead our kitchen and elevate the dining experience. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef and General Manager to implement the culinary vision, manage prep, service, ordering, inventory, and cost control.

As a kitchen leader, you will train and mentor staff, uphold safety and sanitation standards, and ensure consistency across dishes.