Sous Chef

👨‍🍳 Sous Chef – Culinary Excellence at Oaks Whitaker Glen (CCRC)

📍 Location\: Raleigh, NC
💼 Employment Type\: Full-Time

About the Role

The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in our high-end, cook-from-scratch kitchen, assisting the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of culinary operations. This position requires refined culinary skills, strong leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional food and service. The Sous Chef ensures consistency, creativity, and excellence in every dish while fostering a culture of teamwork, efficiency, and professionalism.

✨ Culinary Leadership

• ✅ Support the Executive Chef in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations.
• ✅ Lead and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, standards, and presentation.
• ✅ Train and mentor cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers to improve skills and performance.
• ✅ Conduct daily lineups and assist with onboarding and retention of top culinary talent.

🔑 Operations & Execution

• 🍽 Ensure smooth service execution during all meal periods.
• 🥗 Oversee mise en place, prep schedules, and line setup for accuracy and readiness.
• 🧼 Enforce health and safety protocols, food handling standards, and cleanliness requirements.
• 🤝 Foster a positive, disciplined, and respectful kitchen culture.
• 📋 Maintain composure and leadership during high-volume service periods.