Sous Chef

Sous Chef
Colorado Springs, CO
Lead the Kitchen at Colorado Springs' Best Craft Pizzeria
We're partnering with a highly regarded, family-owned restaurant concept in downtown Colorado Springs known for its authentic New Haven-style pizza, homemade cuisine, craft cocktails, and energetic atmosp. This high-volume, scratch kitchen concept has built a loyal following through house-made food, quality ingredients, genuine hospitality, and a strong team culture.
The kitchen is fast-paced, chef-driven, and quality-focused, with a strong emphasis on consistency, execution, and from-scratch preparation. If you're a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives under pressure, motivates teams, and takes pride in delivering exceptional food every shift, this is an opportunity to join a growing restaurant group with real advancement potential.
About the Role
As Sous Chef, you'll play a key leadership role in daily kitchen operations, helping drive execution, consistency, and team performance in one of thepany's busiest locations.
This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership position w you'll work closely with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to maintain operational excellence, develop BOH talent, and create a positive, accountable kitchen culture.
We're looking for someone who leads from the front,municates with confidence, and brings energy,anization, and professionalism to every shift.
What You'll Do
Operations & Execution
Lead and manage all BOH shifts, ensuring smooth, efficient service
Maintain consistency and quality across all menu items
Oversee prep execution, pars, and line readiness for high-volume service
Ensure proper food handling, safety, and sanitation standards at all times
Team Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop line cooks and prep team members
Set the tone for urgency,munication, and professionalism in the kitchen
Hold team members accountable while maintaining a positive, team-first culture
Assist in hiring, training, and performance management
Financial & Inventory Management
Manage food cost through proper ordering, inventory, and waste control
Execute weekly/monthly inventory and ensure accurate reporting
Maintain proper portioning and recipe adnce
Scheduling & Labor
Support labor management to hitpany targets
Assist in building effective schedules based on business levels
Drive productivity without sacrificing quality
What We're Looking For
2+ years of Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in a high-volume, scratch kitchen restaurant
Strong leadership presence; someone who uses their voice to direct the kitchen clearly and confidently
Ability to stayanized andposed under pressure
Passion for scratch kitchens and quality-driven food
Experience with inventory systems (Craftable experience is a plus)
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
A team builder who leads by example and holds high standards
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
What We Offer
$65,000 - $75,000 base salary per year,mensurate with experience
Quarterly Bonus based on Food Cost & BOH Labor
Growth opportunities within a multi-concept restaurant group
Dining discounts
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Join one of the highest-performing restaurant teams in Colorado Springs
Work in a fast-paced, chef-driven, scratch kitchen environment
Be part of apany that values hospitality, culture, and internal growth
Gain exposure to a growing restaurant group with advancement potential
Work alongside leadership that invests in training, mentorship, and development
If you're a driven kitchen leader ready to take ownership, inspire a team, and help lead one of Colorado Springs' most exciting high-volume restaurants, we'd love to connect with you.
We are an equal opportunity employermitted to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all team members.