Sous Chef - Kitchen

Cosm•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Sous Chef is responsible for the Kitchen’s daily operation, including food and food-related costs, procedures, quality, and back-of-house labor budgets. The role oversees kitchen staff and operations while ensuring food quality, consistent production, appropriate staffing, and compliance with health, safety, and departmental standards. The position requires an open and flexible schedule, including availability to work weekends and holidays as necessary. The job description reflects general duties and is not all-inclusive; responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Culinary school graduate or related training required.
Must possess applicable state or local licenses and certifications.
At least 3 years of high-volume kitchen experience.
At least 2 years of kitchen management experience.
Must be able to lift, stand, and bend for extended periods.
Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds.
Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate the team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to multitask.
Open and flexible schedule with availability to work weekends and holidays as necessary.

Responsibilities

Ensure recipes are consistent in quality and appearance and that production timeframes are met.
Ensure kitchen staff complete opening and closing procedures.
Schedule team members within budgeted labor costs and approve vacation requests while maintaining staffing levels.
Track and manage inventory and prepare and order kitchen items.
Manage daily labor in the labor management system.
Oversee hiring, training, and ongoing development of team members.
Monitor equipment maintenance and condition.
Address team member and guest concerns and provide support in escalating situations.
Conduct annual performance reviews for kitchen line team members.
Monitor kitchen areas to ensure health and safety guidelines are in place and followed, including OSHA codes and policies.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with departmental policies, procedures, and Cosm standards.