Ranch Kitchen Lead — Creative Sous Chef

Stockyards-Hotel-1; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H3 Ranch in the Stockyards area is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Chef de Cuisine in daily culinary operations. You will lead the kitchen team, ensure quality food production, and collaborate with front-of-house leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, consistency in execution, and a ranch-inspired hospitality approach across daily service, events, and special functions.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary technique with diverse cooking methods.
• Proven leadership in a culinary or hospitality setting.
• Current Food Handler and ServSafe certifications, plus TABC certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and guide culinary team on recipes and standards.
• Assist with menu development, production schedules, and event needs.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and proper storage practices.
• Oversee guest service quality and collaborate with FOH leadership.
• Coach and mentor staff, manage shifts, and uphold hospitality culture.

Skills

Culinary technique

Knife skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Hospitality mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree or training

Tools

ServSafe certification

Food Handler certification

TABC certification

Job description

H3 Ranch in the Stockyards area is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Chef de Cuisine in daily culinary operations. You will lead the kitchen team, ensure quality food production, and collaborate with front-of-house leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, consistency in execution, and a ranch-inspired hospitality approach across daily service, events, and special functions.