Sous Chef - Fine Dining Seafood & Oyster Bar

Job Description Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading the daily operations of a high-volume, upscale seafood and oyster house. This hands-on culinary leader will oversee food preparation, maintain exceptional quality standards, mentor kitchen staff, and ensure smooth execution during service.

The ideal candidate has a passion for fresh seafood, scratch cooking, and delivering outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing all daily Back-of-House operations.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to recipes.
• Supervise, train, and develop line cooks and kitchen staff.
• Support menu execution, seasonal specials, and recipe consistency.
• Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, and waste control.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health department standards.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and kitchen organization.
• Collaborate with Front-of-House leadership to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain high culinary standards during busy lunch and dinner service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of Sous Chef or kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume seafood, oyster house, fine dining, or upscale casual restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of seafood preparation, scratch cooking, and kitchen operations.
• Proven leadership experience in developing and motivating culinary teams.
• Experience managing food cost, inventory, labor, and kitchen efficiency.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities

Company Description The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit-ensuring both clients and candidates succeed. Company Description The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit-ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.