Sous Chef

Bring the heat. Lead with heart. Deliver excellence-every plate, every shift. Trolley Square Oyster House is looking for a Sous Chef to help bring this vision to life from day one. This is your chance to be part of a founding team by setting the tone, building the culture, and creating an unforgettable culinary experience from the ground up. At Atlas, our kitchens are more than places to cook. They re where creativity, precision, and passion come together. As Sous Chef, you ll be the right hand to the Executive Chef and a driving force behind the Back of House. What You ll Do Partner with the Executive Chef to lead, inspire, and develop the kitchen team Execute and elevate dishes that align with our culinary vision-every plate, every time Keep the kitchen running smoothly, efficiently, and with purpose during service Train, coach, and support team members to bring out their best Create schedules, manage workflow, and keep the team focused and on track Jump in to lead the line and direct food preparation when needed Collaborate on menu development, tastings, and new dish creation Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen that meets all standards How You ll Lead Set the standard for quality, consistency, and presentation Foster a positive, accountable, and team-first culture Delegate with intention-prep, cleaning, and daily tasks that keep us moving Ensure all equipment is operating properly and troubleshoot when needed Uphold and enforce policies while leading with fairness and respect Operational Excellence Support inventory management, ordering, and product rotation Help achieve and maintain budgeted kitchen costs Ensure timely execution without compromising quality Maintain strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards Stay adaptable-pivot, problem-solve, and improvise as service demands What You Bring 2-4 years of high-volume dining experience A passion for food, leadership, and continuous improvement Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards The ability to lead under pressure while keeping a positive, professional presence A team-first mindset with a drive to develop others What We Bring At Atlas, we are intentional about how we show up for our leaders because the experience you create for our teams starts with the experience we create for you. We invest in our people in a way that is thoughtful, competitive, and built for growth. Total Rewards The base salary range for this role is aligned with your experience, leadership scope, and the impact you bring to the business. Your Experience at Atlas Includes Health coverage that supports you-medical, dental, and vision A 401(k) to invest in your future 100% company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance for added peace of mind Paid parental leave to support life s biggest moments Ongoing learning and leadership development to keep you growing Real opportunities to move, grow, and build your career across our brands and markets Pet Insurance options-because they re part of your family too A 40% dining discount across all Atlas Restaurant Group properties, so you can experience what we create This is more than a role. It s an opportunity to lead, grow, and shape the culture that defines Atlas. Why Atlas? At Atlas Restaurant Group, we believe hospitality is a craft and culture is the differentiator. We are a growing collection of best-in-class concepts and hospitality destinations built on energy, excellence, and experience. From waterfront hotels to iconic restaurants, we create spaces where guests celebrate life s moments and where our teams build meaningful careers. Here, leadership isn t about titles. It s about impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and challenge our leaders to think strategically, act boldly, and execute flawlessly. We move with intention. We hold high standards. We lead the right way by being grounded in our Core Values of Excellence, Trust, Responsibility, Professionalism, Teamwork, Community, and Uniqueness. At Atlas, we don t chase industry standards. We define them.