Sous Chef

Mexican Sugar; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

PTO up to 17 days

401K match

Insurance after 60 days

Mental health services

Job summary

Mexican Sugar in Plano, TX is seeking an experienced sous chef with a strong background in high-volume, scratch-made cooking. You will run an efficient kitchen, uphold safety and sanitation, and collaborate with managers to oversee all food service aspects.

We value energy, self-motivation and authentic hospitality. The role offers a competitive salary ($52k-$65k/year) with profit sharing, flexible schedules, PTO, and benefits after 60 days.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen experience in a similar role.
• Experience leading and supervising hourly team members.
• Experience working within budget parameters.
• Knowledge of Scheduling and Restaurant software programs.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations from all aspects as well as provide support throughout the shift.
• Maintain the highest level of food quality while managing waste.
• Managing employees’ schedules
• Responsible for inventory & purchasing and receiving with approved vendors.
• Maintain a clean & organized facility & following local health regulations.
• Training and developing hourly personnel.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Self-motivation

Energy and stamina

Education

Culinary Arts degree (not required)

Tools

Scheduling software

POS systems

Job description

• UP TO 17 DAYS OF PTO WITH IMMEDIATE ACCESS


• 401K MATCH


• INSURANCE AFTER 60 DAYS


• FREE ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Salary Range Commensurate W/Experience

$52k-$65k / year

(plus, monthly profit share)

Benefits

• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES


• UP TO 17 DAYS OF PTO WITH IMMEDIATE ACCESS


• 401K MATCH


• INSURANCE AFTER 60 DAYS


• FREE ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Mexican Sugar is a Pan-Latin restaurant offering refined dishes that are as bold in flavor as they are elegant in presentation. Everything is made from scratch and prepared with authentic ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

We are looking for kitchen operators who possess high energy, self-motivation, and a commitment to providing authentic hospitality. Our ideal candidate is an experienced sous chef with a strong background in high-volume, scratch-made cooking. You will be responsible for running an efficient kitchen, ensuring safety and sanitation protocols are always followed, producing top-quality food, and collaborating closely with restaurant managers to oversee all aspects of food and beverage service.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations from all aspects as well as provide support throughout the shift.


• Maintain the highest level of food quality while managing waste.


• Managing employees’ schedules


• Responsible for inventory & purchasing and receiving with approved vendors.


• Maintain a clean & organized facility & following local health regulations.


• Training and developing hourly personnel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen experience in a similar role


• A degree in Culinary Arts is not required but is a plus.


• Experience in leading and supervising hourly team members.


• Experience working within budget parameters.


• Knowledge of Scheduling and Restaurant software programs


• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices

We participate in the E-Verify program. As part of our commitment to maintaining a legal workforce, we verify the employment eligibility of all new hires through E-Verify.

EOE