Job Description

LEAD LINE COOK / JUNIOR SOUS CHEF

An upscale, chef-driven restaurant concept is seeking a strong Lead Line Cook / Junior Sous Chef to join its culinary leadership team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled line cook ready to take the next step into leadership or a current junior-level sous chef looking to grow within a polished, high-energy kitchen environment.

We are seeking someone who thrives in fast-paced service, takes pride in execution, understands urgency without sacrificing quality, and can help lead by example during high-volume shifts. This is a hands-on role for someone passionate about food, hospitality, teamwork, and building a long-term culinary career.

The restaurant is known for elevated American cuisine, seafood, steak, scratch cooking, and a vibrant guest experience centered around quality and consistency.

Responsibilities

Lead and support daily line execution during lunch and dinner service

Assist Executive Chef and kitchen leadership with daily operations

Ensure consistency, timing, plating, and food quality standards are maintained

Help train and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and junior team members

Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen

Assist with prep management, station setup, inventory organization, and kitchen systems

Help drive strong communication between front and back of house during service

Support kitchen leadership in maintaining a positive, accountable team culture

Execute at a high level during fast-paced, high-volume service periods

Assist with ordering, prep lists, and operational support as needed

Qualifications

Strong line cook experience in upscale or high-volume restaurant environments

Sous Chef or leadership experience is a plus, but not required

Scratch kitchen experience strongly preferred

Experience with seafood, steak, pasta, and elevated American cuisine preferred

Strong work ethic with the ability to remain composed under pressure

Team-first mentality with strong communication and leadership instincts

Passion for hospitality, food quality, and continuous improvement

Strong understanding of kitchen organization, prep systems, and sanitation standards

What’s Offered

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunity into larger culinary leadership roles

Strong team culture and leadership support

High-level culinary environment with an established guest following

Opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals

Fast-paced, energetic, chef-driven atmosphere

Confidential search. Company name will be disclosed during the interview process.

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