Job Description
Job Description
Rooster’s Wood-Fired Kitchen is looking for a skilled Sous Chef to join our team. We’re known for simple, ingredient-driven cooking with wood-fired meats, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables. Our kitchen is a place where upscale casual dining meets the standards and attention to detail of fine dining.
As part of Noble Food & Pursuits, we are dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences while giving back to the communities that support us through local outreach and charitable efforts. We invest in our team’s growth through hands-on training, cross-learning, and mentorship, fostering a culture that empowers individuals to reach their personal and professional goals. If you're an experienced Sous Chef ready to join a team that pushes for creativity, skill development, and community impact, we would love to talk.
What We're Looking For:
- 3+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen with a strong foundation in classic cooking methods, knife skills, sauce making, and plating.
- Pride in maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and managing food costs, inventory, and production in a timely manner.
- Confident, calm under pressure, and enjoy leading by example, helping to elevate the team’s performance.
- Team-oriented and enjoy working closely with others to solve challenges and achieve collective goals.
- Passionate about food and hospitality, eager to continue learning, growing, and making a positive impact on the team and guests.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist with overseeing kitchen staff and ensuring smooth service operations during shifts.
- Support and mentor line cooks, ensuring consistency in food quality and presentation while continuing to elevate team skills.
- Manage prep work, assist with inventory control, place orders, and support the kitchen with production tasks.
- Work hand-in-hand with other Sous Chefs and the Executive Chef to meet daily production goals and uphold high standards.
- Promote the Noble Food & Pursuits mission, creating an environment where both staff and guests feel valued.
Why Work with Us:
- $50k–$60k per year, based on experience.
- Paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Enjoy discounts at all our Noble Food & Pursuits locations.
- Learn, cross-train, and explore new career paths within the Noble Food & Pursuits portfolio of concepts.
- Be a part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and great food.