Sous Chef

The Capital Grille; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid short-term disability and

Life Insurance

2 weeks paid vacations

5 flex days in first year

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Capital Grille in Stamford seeks a poised Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will lead a culinary team, uphold rigorous food safety, and drive consistent execution of the menu with excellence.

You will contribute to profitability and guest satisfaction by mentoring staff, coordinating service, and maintaining quality across all kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role in upscale/high-volume settings.
• Strong passion for culinary excellence and service.
• Proven ability to develop and lead a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of systems and processes for great execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team alongside Executive Chef to deliver high-quality food.
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and proper procedures.
• Ensure menu items are executed with excellence across stations.
• Contribute to profitability and guest satisfaction through strong operation.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team development

Food safety

Menu execution

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 restaurant or 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)
• 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
• State Benefits Overview