LITTLE REY EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – UP TO $85K/yr. + BONUS (Piedmont Heights)
About The Position
Little Rey, located in Piedmont Heights and inspired by Northern Mexican cuisine, is seeking a detail-oriented Executive Sous Chef. The restaurant is Superica’s younger sister, with wood-roasted “chicken al carbon” at its core and a vibrant, super-casual atmosphere. The Executive Sous Chef directly oversees day-to-day operations across all kitchen areas, including production and prep, private parties and special events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving. The role ensures culinary staff can prepare all menu items to the highest standards and effectively and professionally runs the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence. The ideal candidate works calmly under pressure, leads a cohesive team, manages the culinary budget, and closely monitors labor, scheduling, and overtime to support productivity and guest satisfaction.
Requirements
- Five years of progressive culinary experience preferred, including two years in a Sous Chef capacity.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Ability to lead a cohesive team.
- Experience managing a culinary budget and monitoring labor, scheduling, and overtime.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas, including production and prep, private parties and special events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving.
- Ensure culinary staff prepare all menu items to the highest standards.
- Run the kitchen effectively and professionally in the Executive Chef’s absence.
- Lead a cohesive team and work calmly under pressure.
- Manage the culinary budget and monitor labor, scheduling, and overtime to support productivity and guest satisfaction.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $70,000–$85,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a generous quarterly bonus program.
- Eligibility for major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits after 30 days of employment.
- Supportive culture and ethical work environment.
- Performance-based raises and promotions.
- Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave, and Parental Leave.
- Long-term retention bonuses.
- Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
- 50% discount at Rocket Farm Restaurants locations.
- Rocket Farm University leadership classes and personalized career advancement support.
- Employee-led mentorship programs, Advisory Council, and Safety Committee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
