Sous Chef

Required Years of Experience

4 years

Job Details Position Summary
The PM Sous-Chef at Craigs is a senior culinary leader responsible for managing dinner service, driving the kitchens performance under pressure, and upholding the standards that define Craigs excellence. This role demands a calm, focused leader with exceptional line management skills, deep culinary acumen, and the ability to mentor, direct, and elevate a high-performing team during peak service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the dinner service, including expo, ticket flow, pacing, communication, and quality control
• Supervise and coach line cooks, ensuring excellence in execution, plating, and consistency
• Execute daily pre-service meetings, kitchen lineups, and service transitions
• Maintain a clean, efficient, and calm kitchen environment throughout high-volume service
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on nightly specials, production planning, and line prep standards
• Manage nightly breakdown, closing checklists, and cleanliness of all line stations
• Communicate clearly with FOH managers, expeditors, and the Executive Chef to drive alignment
• Uphold Craigs service rhythms, hospitality-driven plate execution, and guest-focused mentality
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of BOH staff
• Participate in recipe development, quality testing, and kitchen improvement initiatives

Skills & Requirements

• Minimum 45 years of professional kitchen experience with at least 2 years in a sous-chef or lead line cook role
• Deep understanding of fine-dining service standards and ticket execution under pressure
• Exceptional communication and line management skills; calm and assertive under pressure
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Ability to train and mentor line cooks and instill discipline, consistency, and pride
• Experience with high-volume kitchens and elevated food standards
• Able to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and maintain physical endurance through late-night shifts
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health insurance options
• Paid time off
• Growth track within the Craigs leadership team

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($75,000.00 - $80,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Leadership

Crisis Management

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Stress Management

Interpersonal Skills

Training and Development

Organizational Skills

Quality Assurance

Customer Service Orientation

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