Sous Chef Elijah's Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $57,000 - $64,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Referral program Food provided Qualifications Teamwork Labor cost analysis Cooking Mentoring Training Full Job Description Sous Chef Elijah's is seeking a driven Executive Sous Chef to join our leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for someone with strong kitchen experience who is also eager to grow, learn, and play a vital role in the success of a well-established business. What We're Looking For Experience in a professional kitchen, with a solid foundation in culinary skills. Eager to immerse yourself in the business and grow alongside it. A passion for the financial side of operations — helping control costs, drive down COGS, and improve overall efficiency. A natural teacher and leader who can guide both BOH and FOH in delivering genuine hospitality. Excellent communicator who thrives on collaboration and accountability. Ambition to take things to the next level — personally and professionally. What You'll Do Work directly alongside the Executive Chef and leadership team. Oversee daily kitchen operations while contributing to menu execution and quality standards. Monitor food cost, labor, and waste to improve financial performance. Mentor and train staff across departments to raise the level of service and hospitality. Step into a leadership role that blends hands-on cooking with operational strategy. Why This Role is Unique This is not just another kitchen job. It's an opportunity to be part of a team that values creativity, accountability, and growth. You'll have the freedom to bring ideas to the table, the support to learn the business side of operations, and the chance to make a lasting impact.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$57,000.00 - $64,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed? How would you describe your leadership style? What is your earliest available start date?

Work Location:

In person