Fine Dining Sous Chef

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Charlottesville, Virginia
  • Full Time
Sous Chef Job Overview

Were looking for a hands-on, experienced Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team and deliver top-tier cuisine across all areas of our estateincluding the restaurant, bar, lounge, in-room dining, weddings, and special events. This role supports the Executive Chef and is critical to maintaining high standards in food, safety, and service.

Sous Chef Benefits

Strong Salary up to $75k

Excellent Healthcare Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Sous Chef Responsibilities

Step in as kitchen lead when the Executive Chef is away, making decisions that match our vision.

Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and ensure smooth service for all meal periods.

Lead and support the line during service, keeping things running on time and up to standard.

Ensure food safety and cleanliness are always a priority; maintain Department of Health (DOH) compliance.

Support food prep, manage inventory, and assist with ordering and rotation.

Collaborate on new menu items, seasonal dishes, and custom event offerings.

Train, schedule, and mentor junior kitchen staff to build a strong, focused team.

Partner with front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless guest experience and special request accuracy.

Help execute large-scale events and catering, ensuring quality presentation and timing.

Deliver consistent quality for a la carte dining, estate experiences, and special functions.

What Youll Need

Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and events.

Strong leadership, creativity, and the ability to thrive under pressure.

A passion for great food and high-end hospitality.

Job ID: 489527321
Originally Posted on: 8/15/2025

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