Restaurant Sous Chef

The Post Oak; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Employee dining & parking discounts

Training and development programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Post Oak is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to join the opening team of a new fine dining concept in Houston. You will help launch a premier dining destination from day one, lead a high‑performing kitchen, and ensure top‑tier service and guest experience.

Ideal candidates bring 3–4 years of progressive leadership in fine dining, strong culinary skills, HACCP knowledge, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• This role requires 3–4 years of progressive kitchen leadership in fine dining.
• Proven ability to mentor large kitchen teams in fast-paced settings.
• Advanced culinary skills with seasonal and ingredient-driven cooking.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Leadership, communication, time-management and organization are essential.
• Culinary degree or formal training is a plus; food safety certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join the opening team and support the launch of a new restaurant concept.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, cleanliness, organization and safety.
• Maintain food quality, consistency and plating standards across services.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to foster a positive, team‑oriented culture.
• Assist in proper food rotation and storage to minimize waste and control costs.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus and product innovation.
• Manage workflow and staffing for high-volume services.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standards.
• Support cross‑department collaboration to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Culinary excellence

Food safety HACCP

Staff development

Menu development

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

Overview

This is more than just your next job. It is an opportunity to be part of a world‑class hospitality team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable guest experiences. Be part of an exciting restaurant launch and help create a premier dining destination from day one. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a culture of excellence, collaborate with an exceptional hospitality team, and grow your career in a dynamic fine dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Join the opening team and support the successful launch of an exciting new restaurant concept.
• Assist in daily oversight of kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards during all services
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff while fostering a positive, team‑oriented culture
• Assist in proper food rotation, and storage to minimize waste and control costs
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and product innovation
• Manage workflow and staffing to ensure efficient kitchen operations during high‑volume service
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Support cross‑department collaboration to ensure seamless guest experience

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience in fine dining or high‑end culinary environments
• Proven ability to lead and mentor large kitchen teams in fast‑paced, high‑pressure settings
• Advanced culinary skills and strong product knowledge, including seasonal and ingredient‑driven cooking
• Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Strong leadership, communication, time‑management, and organizational skills
• Culinary degree or formal training is a plus; food safety certifications preferred

What we offer you:

• Competitive compensation, including tipped earnings where applicable
• Multiple benefit plans to suit your needs
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with eligible participation
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Unparalleled training and development programs
• Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued
• Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, entertainment, and hotel stays
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Complimentary colleague meals and parking

Disclaimer

The above information is intended as a high‑level overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position and does not represent the full job description which will include all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and working conditions associated with the job. For more information or to see the full job description, contact the Human Resources department at the location in which you are applying.