Sous Chef

True Food Kitchen; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

FSA options

Pet insurance

Gym discount

Pre-paid legal

401K with match

Dining discounts

Perkspot access

Job summary

True Food Kitchen in King of Prussia is seeking a chef-operator to lead the back-of-house team and uphold high standards of quality and safety. You will own schedule management, payroll hours, and staff development while collaborating on P&L and cost controls.

The role requires hands-on leadership during high-volume service, daily line checks, and close coordination with FOH to ensure seamless operations and compliant EcoSure practices.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a chef in a high-volume restaurant
• Experience with EcoSure/health inspections

Responsibilities

• Opens and closes the line, performs line checks, and EcoSure documentation per company standards and addresses deficiencies.
• Runs high-volume service periods from expo to ensure food quality and presentation meet True Food Kitchen standards.
• Collaborates with BOH and FOH; performs line checks and facility walks with follow-up and documentation; participates in EcoSure and health inspections.
• Hires and develops back-of-house staff; manages schedules and payroll hours in compliance with company standards and state laws.
• Partners with EC to manage P&L, maximizing profits via food cost, labor, inventory control and restaurant performance.
• Maintains open communication with FOH to ensure adherence to True Food Kitchen guidelines.

Skills

BOH leadership

Staff development

Food cost control

Compliance & safety

Job description

We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world.

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to find your true purpose. We’re a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

THE RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Opens and closes the line, performs precise line checks and facility walks, EcoSure with proper documentation to adhere to company standards and addresses any deficiencies.
• Runs high volume service periods from the expo or wheel position to ensure food quality and presentation is up to TFK standards.
• Performs with BOH and FOH team, precise line checks and facility walks with proper follow up and documentation and participates with all EcoSure & Health inspections, ensuring a safe production environment.
• Responsible for the hiring and development of back of house employees; managing their schedules and reporting payroll hours in compliance to company standards and state laws.
• Partners with EC on managing the P&L to assist in maximizing the profts through food cost management, labor, inventory control and performance of the restaurant.
• Consistent open communication with FOH team to ensure adherence of TFK guidelines.

THE PERFECT PAIRING

• Has a strong passion for culinary excellence, and you are exceptionally detailed.
• Are resilient in stressful situations and always able to handle last minute requests.
• For more than 2 years, as a chef, you’ve been a key ingredient in the success of a full service, high-volume restaurant.
• Has basic knowledge and understanding of financial aspects of business operations.
• Are caring, self-motivated and exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Competitive Compensation Package with quarterly bonus
• Health and Wellness Benefits (medical, dental, eye & more)
• FSA options for child care assistance
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• Gym membership discount
• Pre-paid legal support
• 401K and TRUE Matching
• Dining discounts and family meals
• Additional perks and discounts through Perkspot

If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

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