Sous Chef, June's All Day - Dallas

MML Hospitality; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO & paid sick leave

Dining discounts across MML concepts

Dallas opening experience

Job summary

June's All Day & MML Hospitality in Dallas is launching a premier opening team and seeks a disciplined, high-energy Sous Chef to lead the kitchen on day one. You will train a brand-new staff and partner with Executive Chef to ensure top-tier plates across all dayparts.

In this opening role, you will manage line execution, prep cycles, and standardization while upholding sanitation and cost controls. Prior experience in a high-volume scratch kitchen is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, or Senior Lead Line Cook in a high-volume, upscale scratch kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Open and launch kitchen setup, station organization, recipe rollouts, and onboarding.
• Lead from the pass during peak rushes to ensure plate quality and presentation.
• Oversee all-day execution from morning/brunch to evening service.
• Assist with inventory, vendor receiving, and prime-cost management.
• Maintain sanitation and a clean, organized kitchen per regulations.
• Mentor and develop line cooks and prep cooks for growth.

Skills

Line leadership

Operational orchestration

Training & mentorship

Quality control

Communication under pressure

Job description

Description

About June's All Day & MML Hospitality

Straight from its iconic corner on South Congress in Austin, June's All Day is bringing its lively, chic neighborhood cafe & wine bar concept to Dallas! Under the umbrella of MML Hospitality, June's delivers an effortless, high-energy dining experience from morning espresso and brunch staples to late-night bistro classics like steak frites, raw bar items, and house-made pastas.

We are assembling an elite Opening Team to launch June's in Dallas, and we need a disciplined, high-energy Sous Chef to help build our kitchen culture and execute our high-volume all-day menu from day one.

The Role: What You'll Do

As a Sous Chef on our opening team, you are the operational anchor on the line. Working side-by-side with the Executive Chef and MML culinary leadership, you will train a brand-new kitchen staff, oversee daily line execution, manage prep cycles, and ensure relentless plate consistency across all dayparts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening Team Launch: Assist with initial kitchen setup, station organization, recipe rollouts, and BOH onboarding prior to doors opening.
• Line Leadership & Expo: Lead from the front by expediting or running the pass during peak rushes, making sure every plate leaves the kitchen meeting strict quality and presentation standards.
• All-Day Execution: Oversee the smooth operational shift between morning/brunch prep cycles and high-volume evening bistro service.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Assist with daily food ordering, vendor receiving, prep par management, food waste tracking, and inventory counts to hit targeted prime costs.
• Kitchen Standards & Sanitation: Maintain a safe, immaculately clean, and organized kitchen environment compliant with all Dallas City Health Department regulations.
• Team Development: Mentor, train, and motivate line cooks and prep cooks, creating a respectful, professional, and growth-oriented kitchen environment.

Who You Are

You are a organized, line-tested culinary leader who thrives in the fast-paced energy of a scratch kitchen and loves the challenge of an opening.

• Experienced: 2+ years of experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, or Senior Lead Line Cook in a high-volume, upscale scratch kitchen. New restaurant opening experience is a major plus.
• All-Day Versatility: Comfortable managing diverse station rhythms—from precision egg work and fast-paced brunch services to high-temp evening grilling and line prep.
• High Standards: Passionate about quality ingredients, classic technique, clean station maintenance, and sharp knife work.
• Composed Leader: Clear, effective verbal communication under pressure on a busy pass with an eye for maintaining kitchen morale.
• Flexible Schedule: Willingness to work varied shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays during the launch phase.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with clear room for growth within MML Hospitality
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick leave
• Generous dining discounts across all MML Hospitality concepts
• The career prestige and hands-on experience of leading a major Dallas opening