Senior Sous Chef – Lead High-Volume Latin Kitchen

MEXICAN SUGAR REGENT SQUARE, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Paid time off

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Mental health services

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mexican Sugar is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support daily culinary leadership. You will partner with the Executive Chef to lead shifts, develop Team Members and uphold standards for quality, consistency, safety and presentation.

The role offers a salary range of $55,000–$75,000 per year, plus monthly profit share, with benefits including PTO, 401(k) match and health insurance after 60 days. Houston-based, full-time, on-site position requiring flexibility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a culinary leadership role.
• High-volume, scratch-kitchen experience preferred.
• Culinary arts degree or professional training is a plus
• Experience leading, training and supervising hourly Team Members
• Knowledge of cooking methods and kitchen equipment
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, purchasing and food-cost controls
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• Food Handler certification and any additional food-safety certifications
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain a hands-on presence during preparation and service.
• Ensure recipes, portions and presentation standards are executed consistently.
• Monitor ticket times and kitchen readiness during shifts.
• Manage food quality and waste to maintain high standards.
• Support new menu items, seasonal offerings and events.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training and developing culinary staff.
• Coordinate team to achieve shift goals and provide feedback and recognition.
• Manage culinary schedules and adjust staffing based on business levels.
• Monitor inventory, purchasing and receiving through approved vendors.
• Maintain product organization, labeling, storage and rotation.
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency without compromising quality.
• Communicate equipment and operational needs to the Executive Chef.
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen.
• Ensure safe handling, storage and serving of food and compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

High-volume cooking

Team supervision

Communication

Problem solving

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or training

Job description

Mexican Sugar is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support daily culinary leadership. You will partner with the Executive Chef to lead shifts, develop Team Members and uphold standards for quality, consistency, safety and presentation.

The role offers a salary range of $55,000–$75,000 per year, plus monthly profit share, with benefits including PTO, 401(k) match and health insurance after 60 days. Houston-based, full-time, on-site position requiring flexibility.