LITTLE REY EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF – UP TO $85K/yr. + BONUS (Nashville)
About The Position
Little Rey, inspired by Northern Mexican cuisine, is Superica's younger sister, featuring wood-roasted “chicken al carbon” in a vibrant, ultra-casual atmosphere. The Executive Sous Chef directly oversees the day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas, including production and prep, private parties and special events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving. This role ensures culinary staff can prepare menu items to the highest standards 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 monitors labor, scheduling, and overtime to support productivity and guest satisfaction. The position offers a salary of $70,000–$85,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a quarterly bonus program.
Requirements
- Five years of progressive culinary experience preferred, including two years in a Sous Chef capacity.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and lead a cohesive team.
- Ability to manage a culinary budget and monitor labor, scheduling, and overtime.
Nice To Haves
- Five years of progressive culinary experience, including two years in a Sous Chef capacity.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas, including production and prep, private parties and special events, stewarding, purchasing, and receiving.
- Ensure culinary staff can 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
- Quarterly bonus program
- Major medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 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
- Rocket Farm University leadership classes and personalized career-advancement support
- Employee-led mentorship programs, Advisory Council, and Safety Committee
- Supportive culture and ethical work environment
- Performance-based raises and promotions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
