Sous Chef

Seasons 52 Restaurant; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase program

Retirement benefits

Discount program

Job summary

Seasons 52 Restaurant in Houston is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading a culinary team in a high-volume, upscale setting.

You will ensure impeccable execution of menu items with a commitment to food safety, sanitation, and guest satisfaction, while contributing to profitability and guest counts.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as Sous Chef or equivalent in a high-volume upscale restaurant or resort.
• Strong passion for culinary excellence and service.
• Proven ability to develop team and lead staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team to deliver high-quality, great-tasting food.
• Ensure strict food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Support Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Wine knowledge

Team development

Food safety & sanitation

Job description

Job Overview

For this position, pay will be variable by location – see additional job details and benefits below. The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high‑quality, great‑tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures, and profitability. The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ensure menu items are executed with excellence in the restaurant. Additionally, the Sous Chef supports managing quality in all aspects of their job.

Job Requirements

• Proven success as a Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high‑volume upscale restaurant or high‑end resort restaurant
• Strong passion for culinary excellence, wine knowledge, and service
• Proven ability to develop team
• Knowledge of systems, methods, and processes that contribute to great execution
• Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression
• Restaurant Managers receive competitive salary & quarterly bonus eligibility
• Eligibility for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 2 weeks paid vacations and up to 5 flex days in your first year
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks after 1 year of service)
• State Benefits Overview
• After one year of service

Benefits

• Company 401(k) with a match up to 120% on the first 6% of salary
• Company Paid Retirement Plus Benefits
• Darden Employee Stock Purchase program
• Discount program for 1,000 merchants