Sous Chef

Sous Chef OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced, motivated Sous Chef who knows how to lead a kitchen, support a team, and keep service running smoothly in a fast-paced restaurant environment.In this role, you'll work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, guide and develop the BOH team, maintain food quality and consistency, manage inventory and ordering, and make sure every station is prepared for service. You'll also step in to lead the kitchen when the Executive Chef is unavailable.At O.H.S.O., we are looking for leaders who are organized, hands-on, and passionate about great food. The right person will lead by example, communicate clearly, and help create a positive kitchen where the team can learn, grow, and succeed.ResponsibilitiesLead the kitchen team in the Executive Chef's absenceSupport the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operationsGuide and train kitchen employees in line cooking, food preparation, plating, and kitchen standardsSupervise food preparation and presentation to ensure quality, consistency, and proper executionEnsure recipes, portioning, and presentation standards are followedKeep cooking stations stocked and prepared before and during peak service hoursOversee kitchen inventory, ingredients, and storage areasMaintain proper labeling, dating, organization, and F.I.F.O. food rotationVerify that walk-ins, freezers, and other food-storage areas are clean, organized, and properly managedAssist with hiring, onboarding, and training new kitchen employeesManage food and product ordering while maintaining accurate recordsMonitor food costs, product usage, and wasteHelp identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency and reduce unnecessary wasteAssist the Executive Chef with menu development and preparationCoordinate with restaurant management regarding ordering, staffing, scheduling, and kitchen needsMaintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchenFollow and enforce all food-safety, sanitation, and workplace-safety proceduresMaintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environmentQualificationsPrevious Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or kitchen leadership experienceStrong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and line executionExperience leading, training, and developing kitchen employeesCurrent Food Handler's CardStrong organizational, communication, and time-management skillsAbility to remain calm and make decisions in a fast-paced environmentDependable, punctual, and committed to teamworkAbility to follow and enforce recipes, food-quality standards, and safety proceduresAbility to stand and remain active for six to nine hours at a timeAbility to safely bend, reach, lift, and perform repetitive kitchen tasksAvailability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as neededCompensationStarting base salary of $50,000 or more, based on experienceEligible for a competitive bonus programBenefits & PerksMedical, dental, and vision insurance available to eligible full-time employees after 60 days of employmentHealth Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employeesPaid time off after completing a 90-day waiting periodPaid sick leavePaid parental leave for eligible full-time employeesCompetitive bonus-program eligibilityFree employee meal during each shift worked50% employee discount on food and merchandiseAccess to earned wages before payday through our pay-on-demand programAnnual employee holiday party