Lead Sous Chef - Fast-Paced High-Volume Kitchen

Puttshack; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance (short/long term)

Generous PTO with parental leave

Employee discounts (mini golf)

Pet Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

And more

Job summary

Puttshack is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. You will work under the Executive Chef to drive daily kitchen operations, ensuring our menu is executed to Puttshack standards in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

You will train staff, monitor quality and safety, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver a seamless guest experience. This role requires evening, weekend, and holiday availability and a passion for team development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as culinary manager or supervisor in a full-service restaurant.
• At least 3 years overall in high-volume food & beverage or hospitality.
• Able to lead teams and train staff.
• Strong communication to resolve conflicts and provide direction.
• Demonstrates financial acumen and safety in culinary operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and shifts, ensure daily execution of dish prep and line stations.
• Uphold food quality standards in prep and storage.
• Support kitchen training on menu rollouts and system initiatives.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for seamless service.
• Maintain safety and sanitation compliance.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Communication

Operational efficiency

Food safety

Tech savvy

Flexibility

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

Kitchen systems

Job description

Puttshack is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. You will work under the Executive Chef to drive daily kitchen operations, ensuring our menu is executed to Puttshack standards in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

You will train staff, monitor quality and safety, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver a seamless guest experience. This role requires evening, weekend, and holiday availability and a passion for team development.