Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager

AlphaHire • Beaufort, NC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a skilled Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager to help lead daily culinary operations within a high-volume upscale casual/fine dining restaurant in Beaufort, NC. This is a full-time, year-round opportunity offering hands-on kitchen leadership across restaurant service and catered events.
The ideal candidate combines refined culinary technique with operational discipline and the ability to lead a team under pressure while maintaining consistent food quality and presentation standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4+ years of professional cooking experience preferred
• 5+ years of restaurant leadership or management experience preferred
• Background in upscale casual or fine dining environments required
• Strong knife skills and ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen
• Capable of multitasking and maintaining standards during peak service
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality and team leadership
• Availability for days, evenings, weekends, and peak summer holiday periods in Beaufort
• Reliable transportation required
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Support oversight of daily back-of-house operations in Beaufort’s fast-paced dining environment
• Execute menu items with precision, maintaining consistency in taste, plating, and timing
• Direct and mentor kitchen staff during service to ensure smooth execution and quality control
• Balance priorities between in-house restaurant dining and offsite catered functions
• Maintain strict cleanliness, organization, and adherence to food safety standards
• Assist with inventory coordination, prep scheduling, and operational planning
• Ensure full compliance with sanitation regulations and health department guidelines
• Promote a collaborative, professional, and performance-focused kitchen culture

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid holidays (where applicable)
• Health insurance (if offered)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (if offered)
• Expense reimbursement (as applicable)
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
• Stable, year-round employment
• Supportive and high-performance team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed