Sous Chef — Italian Kitchen Lead & Mentorship

The Mina Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mina Group's Bar Sprezzatura in Portland, OR seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, mentor line cooks, and ensure top-tier food quality and presentation. You will balance execution with leadership to elevate guest experiences and team performance.

You will supervise planning, training, and staff development with the Chef and HR, aiming to exceed sales, cost, and service objectives while maintaining safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a fine dining high-volume kitchen, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols.
• Willingness to work in excess of 50 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure consistency in food quality and safety.
• Mentor junior staff and culinary interns.
• Coordinate training and staff development with the Chef and HR.
• Assist in inventory, labor, and training planning to hit service goals.

Skills

Knife skills

Butchery

Sauces

Fabrication

Kitchen stations

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Staff development

Mentoring

Leadership

Job description

The Mina Group's Bar Sprezzatura in Portland, OR seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, mentor line cooks, and ensure top-tier food quality and presentation. You will balance execution with leadership to elevate guest experiences and team performance.

You will supervise planning, training, and staff development with the Chef and HR, aiming to exceed sales, cost, and service objectives while maintaining safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced setting.