Sous Chef

Kindred Hospitality Group • Mooresville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We're hiring an experienced, driven Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team as we open Deepwell — the newest full-service restaurant from the Kindred Hospitality group. This role is suited to a culinary leader who takes pride in consistency, mentorship, and bringing a seasonally-driven menu to life night after night. Deepwell is an upscale casual restaurant and part of a growing local restaurant group, with several other restaurants in the area owned by Joe & Katy Kindred. Our culinary team has earned five James Beard Foundation nominations for Best Chef: Southeast along with other national and local accolades. We want to continue to grow and push the boundaries of food and teamwork.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior kitchen leader preferred; upscale or fine dining experience strongly preferred
• Strong culinary skills across multiple stations, with a seasonally-driven approach to cooking
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team
• Working knowledge of food costing, inventory management, and vendor ordering
• ServSafe certification, or willingness to obtain
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and quality across all stations
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, including cooks and prep cooks
• Oversee food preparation, plating, and presentation to meet the restaurant's standards
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to control food costs and minimize waste
• Create and update prep lists, recipes, and station setups for seasonal menu changes
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen
• Step in on the line during high-volume service to maintain pace and quality
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and kitchen staffing
• Communicate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless, well-paced service

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks

What This Job Offers

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