Sous Chef: Lead the Line, Elevate Quality

Hawkers, LLC; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus eligibility

Meal benefits

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Hawkers Asian Street Food in Nashville is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, culinary execution, and team development. This full-time, exempt role emphasizes leadership on the line, high standards, and mentorship of BOH staff.

Responsibilities include managing food quality, inventory, procurement, and cost targets while ensuring timely service. Open availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required, with competitive compensation and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a kitchen leadership role in a high-volume setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and HACCP principles.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Food Handler's Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Strong working knowledge of kitchen financials including food cost, labor cost, and waste management.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and hold a team accountable in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Proficiency with restaurant management systems and kitchen platforms.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities across all levels.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and available nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Hawkers quality standards, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and production time targets on every shift.
• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all phases of food procurement, production, and service including inventory and ordering.
• Lead daily pre-service meetings to align the team on specials, 86s, and ticket priorities.
• Step in to cover the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary.
• Ensure target ticket times are met without sacrificing quality.
• Train and develop BOH team members and shift leaders to meet performance standards.
• Communicate effectively to promote a positive restaurant culture and morale.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Communication

Staff development

English proficiency

Open availability

Education

Culinary degree or training

Food Handler Certification

Tools

Restaurant management systems

Kitchen platforms

Job description

Hawkers Asian Street Food in Nashville is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, culinary execution, and team development. This full-time, exempt role emphasizes leadership on the line, high standards, and mentorship of BOH staff.

Responsibilities include managing food quality, inventory, procurement, and cost targets while ensuring timely service. Open availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required, with competitive compensation and