Sous Chef JN -072026-179387

Goodwin Recruiting; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus program

Comprehensive medical benefits

401K

Growth opportunities

Supportive ownership and operations

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for an upscale, full-service restaurant in Boulder, CO. You will lead a high-volume kitchen, ensuring top quality and strict food-safety standards while driving operational excellence.

The role offers a competitive base salary with a bonus program, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401K, and strong growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Sous Chef experience in an upscale restaurant.
• Proven ability to lead BOH operations in a $5M+ annual revenue restaurant.
• Coach, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen team.
• Maintain accountability around kitchen standards, food safety, and sanitation.
• Partner with Executive Chef to deliver consistent, high-quality food.
• Effectively manage food and labor costs, inventory, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead BOH operations in a high-volume, upscale restaurant.
• Coach and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to deliver consistent, high-quality menus.
• Monitor food and labor costs, inventory, and scheduling.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost control

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Staff development

Job description

Are you a dedicated culinary leader looking for your next challenge? We’re searching for a Sous Chef for a well-established, upscale full-service, restaurant. This is an opportunity with a respected operation known for quality, consistency, and a strong team culture.

• Comprehensive medical benefits package
• 401K
• Supportive ownership and operations team
• Opportunity for long-term growth

Sous Chef Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Bonus program
• Comprehensive medical benefits package
• 401K
• Supportive ownership and operations team
• Opportunity for long-term growth

Sous Chef Requirements & Responsibilities

• 3+ years of Sous Chef experience in an upscale restaurant
• Proven ability to lead BOH operations in a $5M+ annual revenue restaurant
• Coach, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen team
• Maintain accountability around kitchen standards, food safety, and sanitation
• Partner with Executive Chef to deliver consistent, high-quality food
• Effectively manage food and labor costs, inventory, and scheduling

Sous Chef Preferred Qualifications

• Strong track record of team development and retention
• Collaborative leadership style
• Ability to foster a positive, professional kitchen culture while driving performance
• High-volume, scratch kitchen experience

James Schreck

$68,000 - $72,000,