We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a high-volume, upscale restaurant in The Woodlands, TX. This is an opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a scratch-kitchen environment, takes pride in exceptional food quality, and enjoys developing strong kitchen teams. The ideal candidate brings a background in polished, upscale dining, strong operational knowledge, and the ambition to continue growing within a professional restaurant organization. Key Responsibilities • Lead daily kitchen operations, including prep, line execution, and high-volume service. • Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, consistency, presentation, and sanitation. • Train, coach, and develop culinary team members. • Oversee ordering, receiving, inventory, product pars, and waste control. • Support food and labor cost management, scheduling, and kitchen profitability. • Maintain operational standards and resolve challenges during busy service periods. • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and front-of-house leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience. • Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen environment. Qualifications • Recent Sous Chef experience in upscale casual, polished, or fine dining. • Proven success in high-volume restaurant operations. • Strong background in scratch-made culinary execution. • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to manage busy services effectively. • Solid understanding of food costs, labor management, inventory, ordering, and waste control. • Demonstrated ability to train and develop culinary teams. • Stable work history with progressive responsibilities. • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Willingness to participate in an out-of-market training program. • Culinary degree or formal culinary training is a plus, not required. What We Offer • Competitive compensation and bonus opportunity. • Comprehensive benefits package. • Professional development and advancement opportunities. • Supportive, team-focused working environment. Apply Today If you're a motivated Sous Chef who enjoys leading from the line, developing people, and delivering exceptional culinary experiences, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect. JOB ID: 182874 #post Nichelle Ritter