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The Harbor Kitchen + Bar
Sous Chef
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A Sous Chef hands on and actively involved in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Sous chefs fill in as leaders for the head chef, and get involved in preparing food like station chefs when needed.
$54,570 / year median in Ohio
+6% projected growth
Job Description
We're opening a new restaurant in Port Clinton and are looking for a passionate, hands-on Sous Chef to help bring our culinary vision to life. This is a unique opportunity to join the leadership team from day one, working alongside the Executive Chef to build a high-performing kitchen, refine the menu, and create an exceptional guest experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy mentoring others, and take pride in delivering outstanding food with consistency and creativity, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do Partner with the Executive Chef to execute and maintain the restaurant's culinary vision. Assist with menu preparation, recipe execution, and daily kitchen operations. Lead and motivate kitchen staff while fostering a positive, team-oriented culture. Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency meet the highest standards. Manage food preparation, inventory, ordering, and waste control. Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen in compliance with health regulations. Step into a leadership role during the Executive Chef's absence. Train, coach, and develop line cooks and other back-of-house team members. Help drive operational efficiency while maintaining an exceptional dining experience. What We're Looking For 3+ years of kitchen leadership experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar supervisory culinary role. Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety standards. Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills. A collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring and developing others. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. What We Offer Competitive salary of $60,000-$65,000 , based on experience. Opportunity to help launch and shape an exciting new restaurant. Collaborative leadership team with room for growth. A culture that values creativity, teamwork, and hospitality. Paid time off and additional benefits available based on employment eligibility.