Open-Kitchen Sous Chef - Lead High-Volume Italian Kitchen

Eataly North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with match

Free family meals

Employee discounts

Culinary classes

Job summary

Eataly Houston is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef to lead production in our new open-kitchen concept. You will supervise back-of-house operations, collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine, and ensure authentic Italian dishes are prepared to the highest quality and safety standards.

The role requires at least 3+ years kitchen experience, including 1+ year in management, strong knife skills, and a culinary degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years back-of-house experience, including 1+ years in a management role.
• Excellent knife skills and dexterity with small tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production of high-quality, authentic Italian dishes in a high-volume kitchen.
• Assist with scheduling and payroll; inform FOH of menu changes and shortages.
• Train cooks and ensure quality, safety, and health standards are met.
• Requisition and portion food to manage costs.

Skills

Back of house experience

Management experience

Knife skills

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Kitchen equipment ( mixers, ovens, torches )

Job description

Eataly Houston is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef to lead production in our new open-kitchen concept. You will supervise back-of-house operations, collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine, and ensure authentic Italian dishes are prepared to the highest quality and safety standards.

The role requires at least 3+ years kitchen experience, including 1+ year in management, strong knife skills, and a culinary degree preferred.