Lead Sous Chef — Elevate High-End Kitchen Excellence

Austin Grill LLC; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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, C

Restaurants

Job summary

Milk & Honey by Thompson Restaurants is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead our kitchen, drive culinary excellence, and help craft the food and guest experiences our guests come back for.

As kitchen leader, you’ll collaborate with the General Manager and culinary team on prep, service, ordering, inventory, sanitation, and cost control, while mentoring staff and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced setting.

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 across campus.
• 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

High-end dining

Sous chef experience

Strong work ethic

Clear communication

Job description

Milk & Honey by Thompson Restaurants is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead our kitchen, drive culinary excellence, and help craft the food and guest experiences our guests come back for.

As kitchen leader, you’ll collaborate with the General Manager and culinary team on prep, service, ordering, inventory, sanitation, and cost control, while mentoring staff and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced setting.