Sous Chef - Sueno
About The Position
Sueno, Dayton's first contemporary Mexican Restaurant and Bar by The Idea Collective and James Beard Nominee Chef Jorge Guzman, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with dynamic leadership attributes. The ideal candidate will function as a coach, director, and teacher in the kitchen, demonstrating an even temper, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and a passion for sharing culinary knowledge. This role values teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement, with an expectation that leaders are both willing to lead and learn. A strong understanding of hospitality, serving both guests and colleagues, is essential. Sueno aims to be the best possible restaurant, located in Dayton, and seeks individuals ready to elevate their personal and professional performance.
Requirements
- Experienced Chef
- Dynamic leadership attributes
- Even-tempered
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Passion for sharing culinary knowledge
- Values teamwork, communication, and constant progress
- Willingness to lead and be led
- Understanding of the true spirit of hospitality
- Ability to manage a team of 15+ cooks plus 2-3 management-level sous
- Dynamic understanding of kitchen systems, inventory, prep lists, scheduling, ordering
- Ability to be creative and bring ideas to the table
- Problem solver with creative solutions to everyday problems
- Good cook with an understanding of flavors and techniques
- Mentor
- Ability to believe in the numbers and take ownership of the bottom line
- Mature
- Organized and on time
- Great communicator and collaborator
- Report directly to the Chef de Cuisine
Nice To Haves
- Experience with scratch masa programs
- Experience with wood-fired cooking
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of 15+ cooks plus 2-3 management-level sous
- Oversee kitchen systems, inventory, prep lists, scheduling, and ordering
- Bring creative ideas to the table
- Solve everyday problems creatively
- Mentor and develop kitchen staff
- Take ownership of the bottom line and understand financial performance
- Lead the daily operation of the kitchen and back of house under the guidance of the Chef de Cuisine
- Contribute to a scratch masa program featuring imported heirloom corn from Oaxaca
- Work with a wood-fired protein and produce program centered around an 8-foot hearth
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($46-52k year, DOE)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
