Sous Chef Leader - High-Volume, Upscale Dining

Kona-Grill; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Bonuses up to 10% of base salary

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

401(k) plan (Traditional and Roth)

Employee dining discounts/onsite meals

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter benefits

Dependent care benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The One Group in Denver seeks a talented Sous Chef to oversee high-volume, upscale dining operations. You will lead food production, ensure quality, and elevate guest experience through teamwork and flawless execution.

This role requires strong culinary skills, leadership, and hands-on supervision, with a focus on cost control, sanitation, and growth within a global brand. Night/weekend shifts apply.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional culinary leadership in a high-volume, upscale dining environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food cost management, and inventory control.
• Excellent culinary skills, including knowledge of mother sauces, stocks, proteins, and global cuisine.
• Ability to execute all kitchen positions and support line staff during peak hours.
• Exceptional knife skills and ability to train others in proper techniques.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• SERV Safe Management Certification (or equivalent to state regulations).
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee food production, ensuring high standards of quality and consistency.
• Expedite orders to maintain a smooth, efficient service flow.
• Train, mentor, and inspire kitchen staff to meet high culinary standards.
• Ensure strong communication and teamwork between BOH and FOH teams.
• Monitor labor, food costs, and inventory to stay within budget parameters.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food cost management

Inventory control

Mother sauces & stocks

Global cuisine

Team training

Staff leadership

Sanitation & safety

Flexibility schedule

SERV Safe

Job description

The One Group in Denver seeks a talented Sous Chef to oversee high-volume, upscale dining operations. You will lead food production, ensure quality, and elevate guest experience through teamwork and flawless execution.

This role requires strong culinary skills, leadership, and hands-on supervision, with a focus on cost control, sanitation, and growth within a global brand. Night/weekend shifts apply.