Lead Sous Chef - Mexican Kitchen, Mentorship & Innovation

GetHired, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sueno in Dayton is seeking a dynamic kitchen leader to steer daily operations under the Chef de Cuisine. You will mentor 15+ cooks and 2-3 managers, drive consistency, and foster a culture of hospitality and continuous improvement.

This role centers on a scratch masa program with an open kitchen, where you’ll own scheduling, inventory, ordering, and the bottom line while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a professional kitchen and 15+ cooks.
• Strong mentorship and communication to inspire teams.
• Commitment to hospitality and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen and back-of-house operations.
• Direct 15+ cooks and 2-3 sous, reporting to Chef de Cuisine.
• Oversee inventory, prep lists, scheduling, and ordering.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team management

Mentoring

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Sueno in Dayton is seeking a dynamic kitchen leader to steer daily operations under the Chef de Cuisine. You will mentor 15+ cooks and 2-3 managers, drive consistency, and foster a culture of hospitality and continuous improvement.

This role centers on a scratch masa program with an open kitchen, where you’ll own scheduling, inventory, ordering, and the bottom line while delivering exceptional guest experiences.