Sous Chef: Culinary Leader in Safe, Sustainable Dining

Restaurant Associates; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Restaurant Associates in Seattle, WA seeks a dynamic Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations and mentor a high-performing kitchen team. You will oversee food quality, drive the culinary process, manage budget-related tasks, and collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine to build strong stakeholder relations.

This role emphasizes food safety, sustainable sourcing, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a demanding high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary leadership experience within a similar volume, high-quality food service establishment.
• Demonstrated ability to champion and enhance a culture focused on Food and Workplace Safety.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Proficient in computer and technical skills, including a working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
• Passion for the intersection of exceptional food, sustainability, and hospitality.
• ServSafe Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Food & Workplace Safety: Rigorously manage workplace and food safety standards, including meticulous allergen management, to ensure guest well-being and safety.
• Culinary Vision: Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining the culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Operational Flow: Adhere to menu, production and preparation guidelines; follow opening/closing checklists and responsibility guides for seamless operations.
• Nourishing Meals: Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that fuel and delight users.
• Exceptional Hospitality: Maintain consistently engaging hospitality across service interactions.
• Team Talent: Train, coach, and develop kitchen staff, fostering learning and growth.
• Sustainable Sourcing: Assist in procuring ingredients aligned with sustainability standards.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Safety Leadership

Communication

Operational Excellence

Education

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Restaurant Associates in Seattle, WA seeks a dynamic Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations and mentor a high-performing kitchen team. You will oversee food quality, drive the culinary process, manage budget-related tasks, and collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine to build strong stakeholder relations.

This role emphasizes food safety, sustainable sourcing, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a demanding high-volume setting.