Chef de Cuisine| FS Food Group
Mama Ricotta’s is the cornerstone of FS Food Group and one of Charlotte’s most established, high-volume Italian scratch kitchens. For over 30 years, we’ve been known for house-made pastas, wood-fired dishes, and a commitment to authentic, ingredient-driven cooking. We’ve built our reputation on quality, consistency, and hospitality at scale. As part of FS Food Group, we combine chef-driven food with disciplined systems that allow us to execute at a high level, every day, in a demanding, high-volume environment.
We are looking for a Chef de Cuisine who takes pride in the food, owns the line, and leads a team to deliver great plates consistently. This is a leadership role for someone who values both craft and execution.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Running the line during high-volume service with full accountability for food quality and execution
Maintaining plate-by-plate consistency across all stations
Owning prep systems, pars, and station readiness
Leading, coaching, and holding a team of 5 to 10+ cooks accountable
Driving food cost performance through disciplined ordering, inventory, and waste control
Protecting the integrity of recipes, standards, and presentation
Identifying inefficiencies and implementing systems that improve the kitchen
Acting as a true partner to the Executive Chef
This Role Is for You If
You have 3+ years as a Sous Chef or higher in a high-volume, full-service kitchen
You care deeply about food quality, consistency, and execution
You are confident running a busy line during peak service
You bring structure and organization, not chaos
You are known for developing people and holding standards
You take ownership of problems and fix them without being asked
This Role Is NOT for You If
You prefer being told what to do rather than owning outcomes
You have not worked in a consistently high-volume environment
You struggle with organization, urgency, or holding others accountable
You are primarily focused on creativity over execution and consistency
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive pay based on experience
• 100% employer-paid medical & dental insurance
• Achievable monthly bonus program
• Paid Time Off after 6 months
• Employer-paid life insurance
Company Information
FS Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Disclaimer: The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at FS Food Group, employment is “at will” or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.
Supplemental pay
- Bonus pay
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Referral program
- Employee discount