Sous Chef The Grill & Venue at 84 West | Denison, Texas The Grill & Venue at 84 West is looking for a talented, dependable, and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team. Located in scenic, historic Denison, Texas, The Grill & Venue at 84 West offers a dining and event experience unlike anything else in the area. Situated on 250 acres of beautiful woods and greenery with a picturesque lakeside view , our property provides an incredible setting for cocktails, dinner, brunch, weddings, private events, and special occasions. We are looking for a Sous Chef who takes pride in exceptional food, strong kitchen operations, and creating memorable experiences for our guests. Position Summary The Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef/General Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure consistently high standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, and service. This is a hands-on leadership position. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading a team during busy services, assisting with events and banquets, maintaining kitchen standards, and stepping in wherever needed to ensure successful operations. Key Responsibilities Assist the Executive Chef/General Manager with the daily operation of the kitchen. Lead, train, coach, and support culinary team members. Help oversee food preparation and execution for dinner, brunch, private events, weddings, and special functions . Ensure all dishes meet established standards for quality, taste, portion size, and presentation. Maintain consistency and efficiency during high-volume service. Assist with menu preparation, specials, and development of new dishes. Coordinate kitchen preparation and execution for catered and on-site events. Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, rotation, and proper storage. Help manage food costs, portion control, waste, and overall kitchen efficiency. Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment. Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements. Assist with scheduling and appropriate kitchen staffing based on business and event needs. Help create a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture. Assume kitchen leadership responsibilities in the Executive Chef's absence. Perform additional duties as needed to support restaurant and event operations. Qualifications Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Lead Cook, or similar culinary leadership role preferred. Restaurant, banquet, catering, wedding, or event culinary experience is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, sanitation, and food safety. Ability to lead and motivate a culinary team in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to maintain quality and attention to detail during high-volume service. Dependable, professional, and willing to take ownership of kitchen operations. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events . Food Manager Certification preferred or ability to obtain as required. What We're Looking For We want someone who sees the kitchen as more than just a place to prepare food. Our Sous Chef should take pride in the entire guest experience—from the quality of a dinner entrée to the execution of a wedding reception for one of the most important days in a guest's life. The right candidate will be a leader, problem-solver, team player, and skilled culinary professional who can help us continue building The Grill & Venue at 84 West into a premier dining and event destination in North Texas. Why Join The Grill & Venue at 84 West? At 84 West, you aren't working in an ordinary restaurant. Our restaurant and event venue are surrounded by 250 acres of scenic North Texas landscape , offering a unique lakeside environment for dining, celebrations, and special events. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside our Executive Chef/General Manager, contribute ideas, develop your culinary leadership skills, and play an important role in growing our restaurant and event business. If you're passionate about great food, strong kitchen leadership, and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person