Sous Chef - SIGN ON BONUS

The Cypress of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Employee assistance program

On the Bus Line with discounted bus票

Employee discount program

Employee appreciation bonuses

Free employee meals and parking

Optional Daily Pay – Work today, get?—

Exceptional work environment

Job summary

The Cypress of Charlotte is seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations and lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. This hands-on role values quality, teamwork, hospitality, and excellence in execution within a resort-style Life Plan Community in Charlotte, NC.

We offer a flexible schedule, competitive pay of $22-$26 per hour with a $1,500 sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Must be ServSafe® Certified.
• Two to three years’ experience in a hotel, restaurant, or club with fine dining preferred.
• Culinary education and supervisory background desirable.
• Ability to plan and organize work, interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations; English communication required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising kitchen staff and daily assignments.
• Direct kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all menu items meet quality, presentation, and portion standards.
• Prepare and post production schedules and paperwork.
• Assist with menu planning, food costing, ordering, and inventory.
• Support catered events and special functions.
• Clarifies and organizes all evening paperwork and posts next day’s production schedule.
• Inform Executive Chef of operations and propose improvements as needed.
• Monitor daily shift changes and kitchen staff wear guidelines.
• Ensure plates leaving the kitchen meet high presentation standards and portion control.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and health department standards.

Skills

ServSafe certified

Arithmetic ability

Hospitality/foodservice experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Kitchen equipment knowledge

English reading/writing

Education

Culinary education

Supervisory experience

Job description

Job Description

Position: Sous Chef

Schedule: Flexible to work various shifts (5:45a-2:15p, 7:45 - 4:00, 12:30-9:00pm) including nights, holidays and weekends.

Pay: $22 - $26 per hour, depending on experience, including $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Location: Charlotte, NC 28210

Who We Are

At The Cypress of Charlotte, we offer more than just a workplace—we offer a vibrant, resort-style environment where meaningful work meets a strong sense of community. As Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, nestled on 65 scenic acres in SouthPark, The Cypress blends luxury living with compassionate care. Our team is made up of talented, diverse professionals who are deeply committed to making a positive impact every day. If you're looking for a warm, supportive setting where your contributions are valued and your work truly matters, The Cypress of Charlotte is a place where you can thrive!

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• On the Bus Line with discounted bus tickets
• Employee discount program
• Employee appreciation bonuses
• Free employee meals and parking
• Optional Daily Pay – Work today, get paid today
• An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun!

Position Summary

The Cypress of Charlotte is seeking a talented and motivated Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations and lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef. This role is ideal for a hands‑on culinary professional who values quality, teamwork, hospitality, and excellence in execution.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising kitchen staff and coordinating daily assignments.
• Direct kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all menu items meet quality, presentation, and portion standards.
• Prepare and post production schedules and paperwork.
• Assist with menu planning, food costing, ordering, and inventory.
• Support catered events and special functions.
• Clarifies and organizes all evening paperwork and posts next day’s production schedule.
• Informs the Executive Chef of all activities and operational problems, making suggestions for improvement and corrections as needed.
• Assists in daily shift change walk-throughs of kitchen staff.
• Ensures that each plate leaving the kitchen meets high presentation standards, is a quality product and is properly portioned.
• Responsible for the direction of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Assists in maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction for our residents and their guests.
• Maintains appearance, cleanliness and service of facility at or above Health Department standards through routine, daily cleaning procedures.
• Assists in maintaining daily, weekly and monthly statistical information as required.
• Uses time, material and equipment properly to eliminate waste and unnecessary expense.
• Maintains good working relations with employees; illustrates leadership to promote unity of effort, group pride, harmony and teamwork.
• Actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications

• Must be ServSafe® Certified.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic and measurements and conversions.
• Two to three years’ experience in a hotel, restaurant, or club with fine dining preferred.
• Culinary education and supervisory background desirable.
• Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance. Some knowledge of nutrition and diet. Health Care experience desirable.
• Must be able to effectively communicate, read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.

Drug-free workplace.

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