Sous Chef

Sushi-San; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned culinary-driven restaurant group is seeking a Sous Chef for its Nashville location. This role requires 2-3 years of experience in a full-service restaurant. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, supervising staff, and collaborating with management. Enjoy competitive salary and comprehensive benefits as part of a caring culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Quarterly Bonus

Paid Time Off including Holidays

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life & Accident Insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership skills for effective kitchen staff management.

Responsibilities

• Manage BOH shifts, ensuring efficient operations.
• Lead pre-shift meetings and conduct food tastings.
• Order and monitor food costs.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory Management

Communication

Job description

About US

Aba, the Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, will open in Nashville’s Wedgewood/Houston neighborhood in Summer 2025. Led by Top Chef Alum Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, this will be Aba’s fourth location, with others in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Miami, FL.

Aba is coming to Nashville and is now hiring Sous Chefs!

We are looking for a Sous Chef with 2 years of sous chef experience. Join Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants and enjoy benefits, ongoing training, and growth opportunities.

Our Benefits Include:

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly Bonus
• Paid Time Off - including Holidays, Personal Days, & Vacation
• 401(k)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program focusing on mental health & wellness

Why Work With Lettuce?

We are a culinary-driven restaurant company committed to our people, welcoming diverse perspectives and talents across 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you're ready to join us, explore your possibilities and apply today! We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify.

Responsibilities:

• Manage BOH shifts, ensuring efficient operations including food prep and cooking, inventory management, and supervising kitchen, dish, and BOH teams.
• Lead pre-shift meetings, participate in line, temp, and cooler checks, and conduct food tastings.
• Collaborate with GM and managers/chefs to review and maintain recipe books.
• Perform line checks to ensure quality of all menu items.
• Order and purchase food and supplies, monitor food costs.
• Communicate effectively between FOH and BOH regarding food production, timing, and special requests.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and developing BOH staff.
• Promote teamwork and professionalism across all teams.
• Handle challenges tactfully and courteously, maintaining excellent guest, vendor, and employee relations.
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Leadership skills to manage kitchen staff effectively.

Salary Range: USD $55,000 - USD $75,000 per year.