Sous Chef

Loretta's Last Call; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

401k after 1 year

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Loretta’s Last Call in Salem, NH, seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations for Loretta’s and Game On. You’ll train staff, uphold high standards of quality, and drive food safety in a fast-paced setting across two concepts. This role emphasizes cost control, ordering, and productive team leadership to ensure exceptional guest experiences. We offer top-tier benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous sous chef leadership in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Strong hands-on leadership with action-oriented influence in the kitchen.
• Solid organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of food cost, labor, inventory, and kitchen systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations across Loretta’s and Game On.
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen team members while fostering a positive, accountable culture.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and execution across all menu items.
• Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, organization, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with ordering, inventory management, food cost controls, and waste reduction.
• Manage prep, production, and service to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Lead by example during service, maintaining composure and attention to detail in a high-volume environment.
• Help develop and implement systems and procedures that support consistency, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume kitchen

Food cost knowledge

Team development

Job description

Sous Chef – Loretta’s & Game On

Join the Team. Build Something Great.

We’re looking for a talented, driven, and hands-on Sous Chef to join the team behind Loretta’s and Game On. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in exceptional food quality, and knows how to motivate a team while maintaining high standards.

Working closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership, the Sous Chef will play an important role in daily kitchen operations, team development, menu execution, and delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience across both concepts.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations across Loretta’s and Game On.
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen team members while fostering a positive, accountable, and collaborative culture.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and execution across all menu items.
• Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, organization, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with ordering, inventory management, food cost controls, and waste reduction.
• Manage prep, production, and service to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Lead by example during service, maintaining composure and attention to detail in a high-volume environment.
• Help develop and implement systems and procedures that support consistency, efficiency, and operational excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong culinary leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality environment.
• A hands-on leader who leads from the kitchen and sets the standard through action.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A solid understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, and kitchen systems.
• A passion for developing people, building strong teams, and creating a culture of accountability.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine passion for hospitality.

Why Join Us?

Be part of an exciting project with the opportunity to make an impact, develop a strong culinary team, and help shape the success of two distinct hospitality concepts. We’re looking for someone who brings energy, ownership, creativity, and a commitment to excellence every day. We also offer top tier benefits, a matching 401k after 1 year, and opportunity for growth.

Ready to take the next step? We’d love to meet you.