Mama Ricotta’s | Chef de Cuisine/ Senior Sous Chef
Base Salary: up to $100,000
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. Consistently recognized as one of the best Italian restaurants in Charlotte, Mama Ricotta’s has earned multiple “Best Of” awards and remains a go-to destination for both locals and visitors. 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 or Senior Sous Chef 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
Why Work in the Mama Ricotta's Kitchen
• Established restaurant with 30+ years of success
• High-volume, well-respected concept with proven systems in place.
• A culture of accountability, consistency, and professionalism.
• Leadership that promotes from within and invests in long-term growth
Expectations
This is a hands-on leadership role. You will be on your feet, on the line, and in the middle of service. Nights, weekends, and high standards come with the territory.
Work schedule
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay
- Bonus pay
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Employee discount
- Paid training