Executive Sous Chef

Executive Sous Chef

$60,000 – $70,000 + Growth Opportunity

Full-Time | Upscale, Chef-Driven Restaurant Group | Charlotte, NC

We are partnering with a high-growth, chef-driven restaurant group known for its scratch kitchens, elevated standards, and strong internal promotion track. With multiple new concepts opening, this is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Executive Sous Chef looking to grow into an Executive Chef role.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and support a back-of-house team of 15–25 team members
• Work side-by-side with the Executive Chef to drive daily kitchen operations
• Be a visible leader on the line during service—this is a hands-on role
• Ensure consistency in food quality, execution, and presentation
• Train, coach, and develop team members
• Support menu execution and contribute ideas for seasonal offerings
• Maintain awareness of food cost and operational efficiency

What We’re Looking For:

Technical Experience:

• Background in scratch kitchens (upscale casual or fine dining preferred)
• Strong knife skills and butchery experience
• Experience in high-volume, high-standard environments
• Ability to perform in an open kitchen setting

Leadership & Mindset:

• Leads with ownership and accountability
• Brings solutions—not just problems
• Maintains composure under pressure
• Strong communicator with a team-first mentality
• Looking for long-term growth, not just the next job