Sous Chef

Restoration Hardware • Jacksonville, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

RH Hospitality is expanding its portfolio of Restaurants within its Design Galleries globally, aiming to blend home and hospitality for an integrated guest experience. RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to join its culinary team. This role involves creating world-class guest experiences, driving business success, and maintaining high-quality standards. As part of the Property Leadership Team, the Sous Chef will collaborate with the Executive Chef to manage daily kitchen operations, develop culinary talent, and assist with recruitment and administrative tasks.

Requirements

• 3+ years of previous Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant; and/or culinary program curriculum; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven ability to manage financial performance, including labor and food costs, inventory controls, and strategic resource planning.
• Expertise in computer systems including Microsoft Excel, Foodager (or other inventory management system), and email communication.
• Advanced culinary expertise, including mastery of knife techniques and execution of high-level cooking standards.
• Proven ability to work autonomously while making strategic decisions and collaborating effectively across all levels of leadership.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Team Members through structured training, in-the-moment coaching, and guidance to uphold RH’s culinary standards and support professional growth.
• Partner with the Executive Chef in shaping the strategic direction of the kitchen, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and building a high-performing team aligned with RH’s vision.
• Support the Executive Chef with inventory controls and reporting, including labor cost optimization, food cost control, and inventory management, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing and upholding quality and safety standards across all hospitality areas, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Own service execution, conducting line checks, monitoring food preparation, and leading expediting to maintain world-class guest experiences.
• Document key updates and insights to ensure alignment, enhance team performance, and support ongoing operational excellence.
• Deliver exceptional results in a dynamic business environment while championing RH’s Hospitality vision, strategy, and financial goals.
• Assume full leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring seamless operations and team alignment.

What This Job Offers

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