Sous Chef (6784)
About the role
Ancho & Agave is seeking a Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is passionate about the culinary arts, committed to professional growth, and ready to contribute to an exceptional dining experience.
Responsibilities
- Create exceptional culinary experiences for our guests
- Oversee and participate in daily kitchen operations (opening/closing procedures, receiving, food prep, cooking)
- Train kitchen staff following company policies & procedures
- Uphold standards for food preparation and plating, food safety and sanitation, and workplace safety
- Control operational costs, take inventories, and order food and supplies
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant
- Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification
- Strong culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices
- Working knowledge of restaurant industry operations, safety, and sanitation standards
- Clear and effective communication (verbal and written)
- Ability to lead a diverse team with varying degrees of experience
- Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate employees and obtain positive results
- Strong time management, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to uphold vendor relationships and troubleshoot any daily challenges with a customer service representative
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Ability to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs
- Competitive salary ($50,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience)
- Performance-based bonus program (up to $5,000 annually)
- Paid vacation upon hire
- 401(k) with company match
- Career advancement opportunities
- Allowance for off-duty dining
- Relocation assistance
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
- Flexible schedule to match operational needs
- High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods
- Exceptional hygiene and grooming habits required
- Must be 21 years or older
Pay
$50,000 - $65,000 annually, based on experience
Schedule
Flexible schedule to match operational needs
Skills
- Strong culinary skills
- Effective communication skills
- Leadership and motivational abilities
- Time management and organizational skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid vacation upon hire
- 401(k) with company match
- Career advancement opportunities
- Allowance for off-duty dining
- Relocation assistance
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant
- Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification
- Strong culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices
- Working knowledge of restaurant industry operations, safety, and sanitation standards
- Clear and effective communication (verbal and written)
- Ability to lead a diverse team with varying degrees of experience
- Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate employees and obtain positive results
- Strong time management, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to uphold vendor relationships and troubleshoot any daily challenges with a customer service representative
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Ability to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs
- Competitive salary ($50,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience)
- Performance-based bonus program (up to $5,000 annually)
- Paid vacation upon hire
- 401(k) with company match
- Career advancement opportunities
- Allowance for off-duty dining
- Relocation assistance
Company Information
Ancho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We're more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we're the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.
EEO Statement
Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.