Sous Chef

Overview

Ancho & Agave is seeking a hardworking and reliable Sous Chef to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you are passionate about the culinary arts and committed to professional success, apply today.

• Creating exceptional culinary experiences for guests
• Overseeing and participating in daily kitchen operations (opening/closing procedures, receiving, food prep, cooking)
• Training kitchen staff following company policies and procedures
• Upholding standards for food preparation and plating, food safety and sanitation, and workplace safety
• Controlling operational costs, taking inventories, and ordering food and supplies

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant
• Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification
• Strong culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices
• Working knowledge of restaurant operations, safety, and sanitation standards
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Ability to lead a diverse team with varying experience levels
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate employees and achieve results
• Strong time management, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and troubleshoot daily challenges with a customer service focus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks to deliver on-time results
• Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days for management training
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Ability to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening, and late-night shifts
• Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks; hours vary based on operational needs
• Excellent personal hygiene and grooming
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• High stamina to stand for extended periods
• Ability to stand, sit, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be 21 years of age or older

• Competitive starting salary ($55k-$65k per year, based on experience)
• Performance-based bonus program (up to $5,000 in years 1-3)
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Paid vacation upon hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Allowance for off-duty dining

Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.

Ancho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.