Lead Sous Chef: Fine Dining Kitchen Leader

21c Museum Hotels; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

21c Museum Hotels in St. Louis, MO is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead line cooks and stewarding during service, maintaining high culinary standards and cost control.

You will work closely with the CDC and EC on menu development, ensure safety and sanitation, and mentor kitchen staff through busy service periods.

This full-time role requires at least two years in fine dining, flexible hours, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a fine dining restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and knife skills.
• Excellent English communication and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Owns service period and crew management.
• Oversee multiple kitchen activities and delegate tasks.
• Assist line staff with techniques and prep.
• Stay updated on menu changes and relay updates to staff.
• Coordinate with CDC on stewarding duties and opening/closing side work.
• Maintain clean, organized walk-ins and storage areas.
• Place daily/weekly orders with CDC and monitor costs.
• Collaborate with CDC/EC on menu development and engineering.

Skills

Fine dining

Knife skills

Safety & sanitation

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Leadership

Job description

21c Museum Hotels in St. Louis, MO is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead line cooks and stewarding during service, maintaining high culinary standards and cost control.

You will work closely with the CDC and EC on menu development, ensure safety and sanitation, and mentor kitchen staff through busy service periods.

This full-time role requires at least two years in fine dining, flexible hours, and strong English communication.