Sous Chef

Seasons 52; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid vacations

Paid family leave

401(k) with employer match

Stock Purchase program

Discount program for merchants

Job summary

Seasons 52 is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading a high-volume culinary team and delivering exceptional, freshly prepared dishes in a upscale setting. You will ensure food safety and profitability while guiding staff to execute the menu with consistency and excellence.

The role emphasizes teamwork, guest satisfaction, and continuous improvement in kitchen operations, with competitive compensation and benefits as part of the overall package.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume upscale restaurant or resort.
• 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 showing upward career progression.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of culinary professionals to deliver high-quality, great-tasting food.
• Support Executive Chef in menu execution with excellence and consistency.
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation procedures are followed.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Food safety

Wine knowledge

Service excellence

Job description

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 restaurantor 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
• 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 of merchants