Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Dishes & Kitchen Team

Thompson-Hospitality; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k), matched up to 4%

Short and Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, &

Restaurants

Meal plan discount for employees

Job summary

Milk & Honey by Thompson Restaurants is seeking a passionate sous chef to lead our Maryland kitchen, driving daily operations and inspiring the team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. This role focuses on quality, consistency, and cost-conscious supervision in a high-end setting.

As kitchen leader, you will partner with the General Manager and culinary team to manage prep, service execution, inventory, food safety, and sanitation while fostering a positive culture that motivates staff to

Qualifications

• Experience in a high class dining experience.
• Experience as a sous chef.
• A great attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to move freely in large kitchen spaces, storage areas, and multiple dining facilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy kitchen environment.
• May require climbing ladders or using step stools to access upper storage or equipment.

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

Leadership

Communication

Culinary excellence

Team mentorship

Job description

Milk & Honey by Thompson Restaurants is seeking a passionate sous chef to lead our Maryland kitchen, driving daily operations and inspiring the team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. This role focuses on quality, consistency, and cost-conscious supervision in a high-end setting.

As kitchen leader, you will partner with the General Manager and culinary team to manage prep, service execution, inventory, food safety, and sanitation while fostering a positive culture that motivates staff to