Unknown Company

Executive Sous Chef

madison, wi • Posted 2 days ago
Onsite Full Time Hospitality Operations

A well established, growing restaurant group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join a high-volume, full-service operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves developing strong teams, and is ready to take the next step in their career.


Benefits of the Role

  • Competitive salary plus bonus opportunity
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO, sick time & 7 paid holidays
  • Life insurance & short-term disability
  • Free meals, dining discounts & cell phone reimbursement
  • Strong team culture, employee recognition & opportunities for advancement

Responsibilities of the Role

  • Lead daily kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality, safety, and sanitation standards
  • Hire, train, coach, schedule, and develop a high-performing BOH team
  • Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, waste, labor, and kitchen organization
  • Conduct daily line checks and ensure consistent execution of company standards
  • Partner with the Executive Chef and restaurant leadership to drive operational and guest experience goals
  • Serve as a hands-on leader, working alongside the team and stepping into kitchen operations wherever needed

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of culinary management experience with a strong full-service restaurant background
  • Experience in a high-volume, prep-intensive restaurant environment strongly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of food cost, inventory, labor, scheduling, food safety, and BOH operations
  • Proven ability to lead, train, motivate, and develop kitchen teams
  • Comfortable working a 50-hour restaurant schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a strong plus


Executive Sous Chef in madison at Unknown Company

This position is listed as full time and onsite.

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