Sous Chef

True Food Kitchen; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Health & dental benefits

401K with matching

Dining discounts

Gym membership discount

Job summary

True Food Kitchen in Scottsdale is seeking a proactive BOH manager with a passion for culinary excellence and team leadership. You will oversee hiring, scheduling, and payroll for back-of-house staff while collaborating with EC on menu costs, inventory, and health inspections to maintain high standards.

You will lead line operations during peak service, ensure food quality and cost efficiency, and mentor staff to grow within a renowned, health-conscious restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Hires and develops back of house staff.
• Manages BOH schedules and payroll hours.
• Partners on P&L, food cost, and inventory controls.
• Ensures EcoSure and health inspections compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead line prep and ensure quality and presentation.
• Coordinate with FOH to follow guidelines and standards.
• Drive efficient, safe production and staff development.

Skills

BOH leadership

Payroll reporting

Line checks

Food cost mgmt

EcoSure compliance

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree

Food safety certification

Tools

Payroll software

POS system

Inventory software

Job description

We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world.

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to find your true purpose. We’re a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

THE RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Opens and closes the line, performs precise line checks and facility walks, EcoSure with proper documentation to adhere to company standards and addresses any deficiencies.
• Runs high volume service periods from the expo or wheel position to ensure food quality and presentation is up to TFK standards.
• Performs with BOH and FOH team, precise line checks and facility walks with proper follow up and documentation and participates with all EcoSure & Health inspections, ensuring a safe production environment.
• Responsible for the hiring and development of back of house employees; managing their schedules and reporting payroll hours in compliance to company standards and state laws.
• Partners with EC on managing the P&L to assist in maximizing the profts through food cost management, labor, inventory control and performance of the restaurant.
• Consistent open communication with FOH team to ensure adherence of TFK guidelines.

THE PERFECT PAIRING

• Has a strong passion for culinary excellence, and you are exceptionally detailed.
• Are resilient in stressful situations and always able to handle last minute requests.
• For more than 2 years, as a chef, you’ve been a key ingredient in the success of a full service, high-volume restaurant.
• Has basic knowledge and understanding of financial aspects of business operations.
• Are caring, self-motivated and exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO

• Competitive Compensation Package with quarterly bonus
• Health and Wellness Benefits (medical, dental, eye & more)
• FSA options for child care assistance
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• Gym membership discount
• Pre-paid legal support
• 401K and TRUE Matching
• Dining discounts and family meals
• Additional perks and discounts through Perkspot

If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.