Sous Chef

Coma Coffee Roasters; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Meal discounts

Apparel discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Sugarfire Smoke House – Wentzville is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, execute at a high level, and support a team that takes pride in its work.

This leadership role requires managing service, ensuring quality, and maintaining standards across prep, line, and station readiness while upholding cleanliness and food-safety practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Line Cook ready to step up.
• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen systems, prep, and execution.
• High standards for cleanliness, organization, and consistency.
• Dependable, accountable, and takes ownership of results.
• Comfortable working nights, weekends, and peak service hours.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in daily kitchen operations and execution.
• Lead and manage kitchen staff during service.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and timing.
• Oversee prep, line execution, and station readiness.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
• Train, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Step in wherever needed to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Kitchen execution

Cooking skills

Job description

Sous Chef

Sugarfire Smoke House – Wentzville

About Sugarfire

Sugarfire Smoke House is known for doing barbecue differently—scratch kitchens, chef-driven menus, and a commitment to quality that goes beyond traditional expectations. We move fast, we care about the details, and we take pride in delivering consistently great food and experiences.

Job Description

We’re looking for a Sous Chef who can help lead the kitchen, execute at a high level, and support a team that takes pride in what they do.

This is not a passive role. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for execution, accountability, and maintaining standards every shift.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Chef in daily kitchen operations and execution

• Lead and manage kitchen staff during service

• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and timing

• Oversee prep, line execution, and station readiness

• Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost control

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards

• Train, coach, and hold team members accountable

• Step in wherever needed to keep the kitchen running smoothly

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Line Cook ready to step up

• Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment

• Strong understanding of kitchen systems, prep, and execution

• High standards for cleanliness, organization, and consistency

• Dependable, accountable, and takes ownership of results

• Comfortable working nights, weekends, and peak service hours

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience - Salary base range $50k-$60k

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

• Opportunity for growth within a well-known brand

• Meal & Apparel Discounts

• Work with a team that values quality, speed, and consistency

Why This Role Matters

The Sous Chef plays a critical role in the success of the kitchen. This position directly impacts food quality, team performance, and the overall guest experience every single day.

Apply Today

If you take pride in your work, can lead from the front, and want to be part of a high-performing kitchen—we want to hear from you.