Sous Chef

West End Kitchen and Bar; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional kitchen environment

Growth opportunities

Ownership of projects

Team-driven culture

Job summary

West End Kitchen and Bar is seeking a talented Sous Chef who can run a tight kitchen, lead a team, and maintain the energetic vibe our guests expect. You’ll be the Executive Chef’s right hand, ensuring smooth services, consistent plates, and a kitchen that operates like a well-oiled machine.

If organization, quality, and helping cooks level up your game resonates, you’ll fit right in here. This role emphasizes leadership, high standards, and ownership over daily kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy kitchen and coordinating line cooks.
• Strong focus on consistency, portion control, and menu execution.
• Ability to train and elevate junior cooks and line staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily line operations and ensure smooth service.
• Uphold high standards for food quality and plating.
• Coach and mentor team to improve speed and accuracy.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Food quality control

Organizational skills

Job description

We’re looking for a talented, driven Sous Chef who loves great food, runs a tight kitchen, and knows how to lead a team without losing the vibe. You’ll be the Executive Chef’s right hand and the steady force behind smooth services, consistent plates, and a kitchen that runs like a well-oiled machine.

If you take pride in organization, quality, and helping cooks level up their game, you’ll fit right in here.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be a key part of maintaining consistency, speed, and quality while helping build a kitchen team that works hard and works well together. Your leadership will directly impact the guest experience every single shift.

Perks of Working With Us

• A kitchen that values professionalism without the ego
• A team that supports each other
• Opportunity to grow and take ownership
• A place where your skills and input actually matter
  

What Success Looks Like

• Smooth, organized services
• Consistent, high-quality food
• A motivated, well-trained team
• A kitchen you’re proud to run