Sous Chef

3 years

Boka Restaurant Group and Michelin-Starred chef, Lee Wolen, are seeking a Sous Chef to join the team at GGs Chicken Shop in the Southport Corridor. This is a full-time leadership role responsible for overseeing both back-of-house cooks and front-of-house cashiers in a fast-paced, high-volume quick-service restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead daily BOH and FOH operations, managing line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and cashiers.
• Maintain prep lists, line checks, and daily operational systems to keep the team on track.
• Oversee prep, service, and food quality, from recipes to plating consistency.
• Manage staff schedules, training, and performance expectations.
• Ensure proper food safety, sanitation, and organization standards are met.
• Support takeout and catering operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of off-premise orders.
• Handle guest concerns with professionalism and care.
• Complete administrative tasks such as end-of-night closeout sheets and cash handling.
• Oversee POS usage and accuracy for cashier transactions, closeouts, and reporting.
• Communicate with the Chef De Cuisine, Director of Operations, and Culinary Director to address issues quickly and effectively.
• Assist in ordering and inventory management, ensuring efficient food and beverage cost control.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 23 years of experience in a Sous Chef role, with Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and takeout / catering operational experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with patience and empathy.
• High standards of cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to manage both BOH and FOH operations effectively.
• Comfortable with administrative and guest facing responsibilities.
• Experience in mass-volume production preferred.
• Flexible schedule with ability to work nights and weekends (we are open from 11am-9pm daily).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals. Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces. Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments.

BENEFITS & PERKS: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments.

ABOUT BOKA RESTAURANT GROUP: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of Americas greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: bokagrp.com

ABOUT GGs: It all started with rotisserie chicken around his family table in Cleveland. Wolens mother, Geri (or GG), would gather everyone for chicken dinners and home-style sides to share time and great food together. GGs Chicken Shop serves a streamlined menu of rotisserie chicken, chicken sandwiches, salads, and a handful of classic dinner table sides. All of them are as good as momma made.

TO APPLY: If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!

Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $65,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Customer Service

Collaboration

Adaptability

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Skills

Mentorship

Culinary Knowledge

Efficiency

Creativity

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