Sous Chef

Sous Chef at Goodwin Recruiting summary:

Hands-on Sous Chef role in a high-volume, game-day restaurant leading line cooks and prep teams, ensuring food quality, consistency, and kitchen organization. Requires 2–4+ years of kitchen leadership, strong scratch-cooking fundamentals, food safety knowledge, and ability to perform under peak service conditions with nights/weekends schedule. Offers competitive pay with performance bonuses, benefits (medical/dental/vision), 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Sous Chef—High-Volume Restaurant

Join a well-established, high-energy restaurant group and step into a leadership role at one of Tuscaloosa’s most popular dining and game-day destinations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves leading from the line, and is passionate about food quality, consistency, and team culture.

Sous Chef—Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive pay with achievable performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match – invest in your future
• Paid time off – because balance matters

Sous Chef—Requirements & Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Strong scratch-cooking fundamentals with a focus on consistency and execution
• Proven ability to lead, train, and support line cooks and prep teams
• Hands-on leadership style — works the line, leads “elbow to elbow” with the team
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization
• Ability to maintain quality, speed, and composure during peak service and game-day volume
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and high-volume event days
• Must pass a background check and drug screen post-offer

Sous Chef—Preferred Background & Skills

• Leadership style rooted in accountability, communication, and teamwork
• Servant-minded leader who sets the tone through action
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment
• Strong integrity, positive attitude, and problem-solving mindset
• Experience working in college-town, sports-driven, or event-heavy restaurants is a plus

Ready to take the next step in your culinary leadership career?

Apply today—qualified candidates will be fast-tracked for review and interviews.

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