Lead Sous Chef: Elevate Kitchen Ops & Team

R365hire; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

R365hire is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead BOH operations, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety across shifts. You will supervise line cooks, manage inventory and costs, and collaborate with the GM to uphold recipes and standards.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication with FOH/BOH, and the ability to train and mentor staff, while maintaining high morale and efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills.
• Experience with inventory management and cost control.
• Excellent communication between FOH and BOH.
• Ability to train and develop BOH staff.
• Able to work varied shifts including weekends and nights.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BOH operations, from prep to service.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and conduct line checks.
• Collaborate with GM to maintain recipes and standards.
• Direct service flow and expedite as needed.
• Recruit and train BOH staff and foster growth.
• Manage food ordering and cost controls.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Inventory management

Communication

Staff development

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Job description

R365hire is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead BOH operations, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety across shifts. You will supervise line cooks, manage inventory and costs, and collaborate with the GM to uphold recipes and standards.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication with FOH/BOH, and the ability to train and mentor staff, while maintaining high morale and efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.