Sous Chef: Lead High-End Kitchen & Team

Friends Homes, Inc.; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on-site

Employee gyms & indoor pool

Health clinic on-site

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Annual Leave

Referral bonus program

EAP

Credit union membership

Discounted local perks

Job summary

Friends Homes, Inc. is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring top food quality, sanitation, and team performance. This full-time role leads and develops staff while managing daily production, inventory, and cost controls for a superior dining experience.

The role requires 3+ years in supervisory kitchen management and a proven ability to cost menus within budgets. Strong Excel/Word skills and ServSafe certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or kitchen management role.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a high-end culinary environment.
• Ability to work one-on-one with clients.
• Experience developing and costing menus while working within a budget.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• ServSafe certification.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and ensure efficient workflow.
• Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate culinary team members.
• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Assist in creating seasonal menus and special offerings.
• Monitor food costs, labor costs, and kitchen productivity.
• Oversee inventory management, ordering, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of food preparation and storage areas.
• Collaborate with front-of-house management to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Address operational challenges and implement continuous improvements.
• Schedule staff and maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and retention of kitchen personnel.

Skills

Supervisory experience

High-end culinary experience

Client interaction

Menu costing

Excel

Word

Shift availability

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Education

ServSafe certification

Culinary school education (bonus)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Friends Homes, Inc. is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring top food quality, sanitation, and team performance. This full-time role leads and develops staff while managing daily production, inventory, and cost controls for a superior dining experience.

The role requires 3+ years in supervisory kitchen management and a proven ability to cost menus within budgets. Strong Excel/Word skills and ServSafe certification are preferred.