Job Title: Sous Chef – Fine Dining
Location: Richmond, VA
Company: Southern Kitchen Restaurant
About Us
Southern Kitchen is a fine-dining, from-scratch kitchen with a world-class mindset and a commitment to elegance, quality, and exceptional guest experiences. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our leadership team and help us maintain the highest standards of culinary excellence.
Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Quality Control
- Ensure consistency, flavor, and presentation of all dishes meet Southern Kitchen’s fine-dining standards.
- Oversee daily prep, cooking, and plating to maintain culinary excellence.
- Monitor portion sizes, food waste, and recipe compliance.
Staff Supervision & Development
- Train, mentor, and lead line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff.
- Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to team members.
- Foster a professional, respectful, and efficient work environment.
Kitchen Operations & Workflow
- Manage daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth workflow.
- Oversee inventory, ordering, and proper storage of products.
- Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and ServSafe standards.
Administrative & Compliance
- Maintain compliance with all health department and Virginia state regulations.
- Enforce policies related to uniforms, jewelry, hygiene, and kitchen safety.
- Assist with scheduling, labor cost control, and other administrative duties.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with the Executive Chef and management team to execute menus, specials, and seasonal offerings.
- Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure excellent guest experiences.
- Communicate effectively with all departments to maintain high standards of service.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Chef in fine dining.
- ServSafe certification (current and valid).
- Strong knowledge of food safety, cooking techniques, and fine-dining service standards.
- Proven leadership skills with ability to manage, train, and inspire a team.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to professionalism, consistency, and culinary excellence.
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- On call
Supplemental pay
- Bonus pay
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid training