Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Sous Chef – New Restaurant Opening
Reports To: Executive Chef
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Schedule: Dinner Service Only (Evening and Weekend availability required)
Job Overview
We are looking for a highly organized, collaborative Sous Chef to join the opening leadership team for an exciting New Restaurant Opening. Our concept is a Mediterranean-influenced American steakhouse blending prime cuts, high-temperature broilers, and vibrant scratch-made Mediterranean flavors.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary leader who enjoys coaching a team, staying organized, and delivering polished dinner service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will support pre-opening preparation, team training, line execution, food safety, and consistent plate quality.
Hiring Timeline: Interviews are taking place throughout October, with offers expected to be extended by November.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations & Systems Management
- Maintain kitchen systems, prep sheets, order guides, and line checks that keep the team organized and set up for success.
- Lead high-volume dinner service from the pass, ensuring accurate steak temperatures, polished plates, and strong ticket times.
- Train, mentor, and support line cooks and prep cooks on station organization, execution, cleanliness, and culinary technique.
Culinary Excellence & Concept Execution
- Execute our premium meat program and Mediterranean-inspired scratch menu with consistency across butchery, broiler work, sauces, and plating.
- Monitor prep levels and station readiness to ensure service is fully stocked, organized, and quality-focused.
Inventory & Administrative
- Assist with ordering, inventory, waste management, and kitchen labor planning to support food cost and service goals.
- Uphold food safety, sanitation, and local health department standards with consistency and care.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Lead Line Cook in a high-volume, scratch-cooking kitchen.
- Background in steakhouse operations, premium protein butchery, and high-temperature broilers.
- Comfort working within structured kitchen systems, checklists, and recipe standards.
- Experience supporting a new restaurant opening is strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to stay calm, supportive, and professional under pressure.
- Valid Manager Food Handler Certificate or equivalent food safety certification required.
Why Join Us
This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new kitchen from day one. As part of the opening leadership team, you will help build standards, train the team, and create the habits that support a great guest experience.
You will work with an elevated steakhouse concept rooted in premium proteins, disciplined execution, teamwork, and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Schedule & Physical Requirements
- Open availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours per shift).
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($55,000.00 - $70,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to Manage Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving Skills
Ability to Work Collaboratively With a Team
Adaptability to New Concepts and Menus
Time Management Skills
Ability to Train and Develop Others
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Smith’s Prime is a premier dining destination offering a sophisticated, Mediterranean-inspired American steakhouse experience. We pride ourselves on sourcing the highest quality cuts of meat and handcrafting our pasta in-house daily. Our commitment to excellence extends to our extensive, carefully curated selection of fine wines and craft cocktails, designed to perfectly complement every meal. Brought to you by the team behind Old Republic, our establishment is built upon a foundation of genuine hospitality. We are deeply passionate about service and are dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our guests through an unwavering focus on professional care and culinary precision.
