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Self Opportunity lists this Sous Chef - Upscale Full-Service Restaurant opportunity in baton rouge, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description Sous Chef - Upscale Full-Service Restaurant Baton Rouge, LA
Compensation: $50,000-$60,000 salary, based on experience
Type: Full-time, salaried
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
This is a confidential search. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates.
An established, high-volume upscale restaurant group is hiring a Sous Chef to help lead a scratch kitchen. You'll run shifts, develop the line, and hold the standard on every plate. If you're a strong second-in-command ready for more ownership, this is your next step.
What You'll Do
Run the line during service, and expedite and quality-check every plate that goes out.
Lead, train, and coach line cooks and prep staff, and step in as kitchen lead when the Executive Chef is off.
Manage prep lists, par levels, ordering, receiving, and inventory.
Control food and labor costs, minimize waste, and support menu costing.
Maintain recipe and plating consistency across all dayparts.
Support menu development, specials, and seasonal changes.
Execute large-party and banquet orders alongside regular service.
Enforce food safety, sanitation, and health code standards, and keep the kitchen inspection-ready.
Help with scheduling, hiring, and performance feedback for the kitchen team.
What You Bring
3+ years of culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant, including 1+ year as a Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Lead Line Cook
Strong proteins and sauce work, with scratch-cooking fundamentals
Proven ability to lead a line under pressure while keeping quality high
Working knowledge of food cost, inventory, and ordering
ServSafe Manager certification, or the ability to obtain it within 30 days
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Culinary degree a plus but not required
Preferred
Upscale or fine dining experience
Banquet or private event experience
Familiarity with kitchen management or inventory software
What You Get
$50,000-$60,000 salary
Benefits package: add specifics, e.g. medical, dental, vision, PTO, dining discount
Growth path toward Executive Chef within an established restaurant group
A professional, well-equipped kitchen with a supportive leadership team
To apply: Submit your resume and include your current title, kitchen volume (covers per night), and team size you've led. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a confidential conversation.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Worksite address
baton rouge, LA, 70801, US
Who can apply
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