Senior Sous Chef: Scratch Pan-Latin Kitchen Leader

Mexican Sugar; Plano, Irving, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 17 days PTO

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Mental health services

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Mexican Sugar in Plano, TX is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the daily leadership of our culinary operations. You will partner with the Executive Chef to lead shifts, develop culinary TeamMembers and uphold our standards for quality, consistency, safety and presentation.

This role requires 2+ years in culinary leadership, high-volume scratch-kitchen experience, and the ability to train and supervise hourly Team Members.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in culinary leadership in a similar 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, kitchen equipment and best practices.
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, purchasing and food-cost controls.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Food handler certification and applicable food-safety certifications.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Stands for extended periods and can 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 consistently applied.
• Monitor ticket times and kitchen readiness throughout each shift.
• Maintain high food quality while managing waste.
• Support new menu items, seasonal offerings and events.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training and development of Team Members.
• Coordinate the team to achieve shift goals with clear responsibilities.
• Provide coaching, recognition and feedback to staff.
• Identify and develop leaders among team members.
• Foster strong communication between culinary and front-of-house teams.
• Manage culinary schedules and adjust staffing to business levels.
• Support inventory, ordering, purchasing and receiving via approved vendors.
• Monitor portioning, waste and product usage to hit food-cost goals.
• Maintain product organization, labeling, storage and rotation.
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency without reducing quality.
• Communicate needs to the Executive Chef regarding products and equipment.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

High-volume cooking

Staff training

Food safety

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling & inventory

Culinary methods

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Education

Culinary degree or professional training

Job description

Mexican Sugar in Plano, TX is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the daily leadership of our culinary operations. You will partner with the Executive Chef to lead shifts, develop culinary TeamMembers and uphold our standards for quality, consistency, safety and presentation.

This role requires 2+ years in culinary leadership, high-volume scratch-kitchen experience, and the ability to train and supervise hourly Team Members.