Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen, Menu Innovation & Team

Ladybird & Ranger Station; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Discounts on Food and Beve­r

Job summary

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall is seeking a talented Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting. You will manage station workflows, train cooks, and uphold safety and quality standards while collaborating with the Executive Chef on daily specials.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Competitive pay and employee discounts are offered as part of Electric Hospitality's team.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship skills.
• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to produce a consistent product is essential.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, supervise, motivate, and develop kitchen staff; manage schedules.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, production, and presentation; ensure consistent adherence to recipes and presentation standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders; implement proper food rotation to prevent waste.
• Ensure health regulations and licensing guidelines are followed; enforce safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menu items and specials; assist with costing.
• Lead kitchen operations during peak service to optimize efficiency.
• Address staff concerns or conflicts promptly.
• Prepare timely reports and represent the restaurant at outside functions when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Relationship skills

Versatility

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Job description

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall is seeking a talented Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting. You will manage station workflows, train cooks, and uphold safety and quality standards while collaborating with the Executive Chef on daily specials.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Competitive pay and employee discounts are offered as part of Electric Hospitality's team.