Sous Chef Gather on Maui Kaanapali | Maui, Hawaii Gather Restaurant Group is seeking an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Sous Chef to join the opening culinary team at our newest location, Gather on Maui Kaanapali , opening soon. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a restaurant opening from the ground up. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef to build and train the kitchen team, establish systems and standards, execute our menu consistently, and create a strong kitchen culture from day one. We're looking for a chef who loves being on the line, takes pride in developing people, stays organized under pressure, and understands that consistency and teamwork are just as important as culinary skill. What You'll Do Assist the Executive Chef with the pre-opening and successful launch of Gather on Maui Kaanapali Help recruit, train, coach, and develop the culinary team Lead daily kitchen operations and service execution Work hands-on alongside the team during prep and service Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, presentation, and portioning Ensure recipes, prep procedures, and plating standards are followed Oversee daily prep and ensure stations are fully prepared for service Manage proper food handling, sanitation, organization, and kitchen cleanliness Assist with ordering, inventory, receiving, and product rotation Help control food costs, waste, labor, and other kitchen expenses Maintain proper pars and communicate purchasing and prep needs Support scheduling and effective deployment of the culinary team Develop cooks through hands-on training, coaching, and regular feedback Maintain a professional, respectful, and accountable kitchen culture Communicate effectively with FOH leadership to ensure smooth service and an exceptional guest experience Step into the Executive Chef's leadership responsibilities when needed Who We're Looking For 2+ years of Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar culinary leadership experience Strong experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant kitchen Excellent line cooking and food preparation skills Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation Experience with inventory, ordering, food cost, waste management, and labor control Ability to train and develop cooks at different experience levels Strong organization and attention to detail Ability to remain calm and lead effectively during high-volume services A hands-on leadership style — this is not a desk position Reliable, accountable, and willing to lead by example Restaurant opening experience is a plus Experience in destination, resort, or high-volume tourism markets is a plus Why Gather? Gather Restaurant Group is a growing hospitality company focused on creating memorable dining experiences through great food, genuine hospitality, and strong restaurant teams. As a Sous Chef at Gather on Maui Kaanapali , you'll have the opportunity to help build a kitchen from the beginning rather than simply stepping into an established operation. You'll work closely with our culinary and restaurant leadership teams to establish standards, develop the opening team, and create a kitchen culture built around consistency, accountability, teamwork, and great food . We're looking for someone who wants to continue developing as a chef and has the potential to take on greater culinary leadership responsibilities as our restaurant group grows. Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation based on experience Benefits and additional compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Location:

Kaanapali, Maui, Hawaii Position:

Full-Time Sous Chef Opening:

Coming Soon Join Our Opening Team If you're a strong culinary leader who enjoys being in the kitchen, developing people, and building systems that create consistent results, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person