Sous Chef Dick's Steak & Oyster Leawood, KS Job Details Full-time 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Employee onboarding Sourcing Operations management Upscale casual experience Food service health code compliance Fine dining experience Coaching Shift management Mid-level Food sanitation practices Performance management Hiring Kitchen cost control Hospitality industry experience Decision making Plating Kitchen staff training Recruiting Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing kitchen staff Restaurant cost management Training Onboarding process management Leadership Team motivation (leadership skill) Communication skills Staffing management Full Job Description Sous Chef Dick's Steak & Oyster | Overland Park, KS Dick's isn't just another steakhouse opening in Leawood — it's a return to what going out used to feel like. Named for the men who taught our owners what a good night out really means, Dick's blends timeless hospitality with modern craft: dry-aged steaks, a raw bar built for showmanship, and a whiskey list that doesn't apologize for taking its time. We're building a team that takes pride in the details — the perfect pour, the confident tableside moment, the kind of service that makes a Tuesday feel like an occasion. This isn't corporate steakhouse energy. It's a new restaurant with the soul of an institution, and we're looking for people who want to help build that from day one. If you want to do real craft, work alongside people who care, and be part of something that's going to matter in Kansas City for a long time — we'd love to meet you. Whiskey First, Decisions Later. What You'll Do Lead and inspire the back-of-house team through every shift Maintain food quality, consistency, and plating standards Coach, train, and develop line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen support staff Build a culture rooted in craft, accountability, and professionalism Manage kitchen operations, station staffing, and daily execution Resolve kitchen issues quickly with composure and problem-solving Work closely with the Executive Chef and front-of-house leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance management Monitor food cost, labor, and operational goals What We're Looking For Previous kitchen leadership experience in an upscale casual, fine dining, or hospitality-driven environment Strong leadership and communication skills A passion for culinary craft and developing people Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of technique, sourcing, and kitchen safety/sanitation standards A hands-on leader who leads by example and is willing to work alongside the team Why Dick's We're building something designed to last. A restaurant guests return to for celebrations, business dinners, spontaneous nights out, and memorable evenings with family and friends. If you're passionate about hospitality and want to help shape a new restaurant from the ground up, we'd love to meet you. Benefits Competitive salary Bonus opportunities Health benefits Paid time off Dining discounts Growth opportunities within a growing hospitality group Dick's Steak & Oyster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Fine dining sous chef: 3 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required)

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In person About Dick's Steak & Oyster Dick's is a new steakhouse in Leawood built on an old idea: going out should feel like an occasion. Named for the men who taught our owners what a good night out means, we're pairing dry-aged steaks, a showstopping raw bar, and a serious whiskey and wine list with genuine, confident hospitality. We're building a team that cares about craft and takes pride in the details. This is a new restaurant with the soul of an institution. Whiskey First, Decisions Later.