Executive Sous Chef / Sous Chef

Hai Hospitality

. Motivate, mentor, and develop a culinary team of cooks and chefs .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in high-volume kitchen management, culinary standards, and team development while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.

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High-Volume Kitchen ManagementCulinary Team DevelopmentSafety ComplianceEffective CommunicationInventory Management

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Hard Skills

Culinary StandardsKitchen Equipment OperationFood PreparationInventory ControlSchedulingConstructive FeedbackRestocking DutiesFood Safety GuidelinesMenu DevelopmentTime Management

Soft Skills

MotivationMentoringStrong Work EthicInterpersonal CommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

OvensGrillsKnivesKitchen Equipment

Industry Keywords

Culinary ExperienceHospitalityScratch KitchenFood InnovationHigh-Pressure Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Motivate, mentor, and develop a culinary team of cooks and chefs
Manage overall culinary standards in a high-volume, high-standard scratch kitchen
Assist and float through all kitchen stations
Cook food in a modern kitchen
Handle ordering, scheduling, inventory, and various administrative duties
Train temporarily in an existing Hai Hospitality market before Uchiko Bethesda opens

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced in high-volume kitchen management
Must love good food and creating innovative hospitality experiences
Practiced in delivering constructive feedback
Strong work ethic
Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees
Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs; stock inventory and perform restocking duties
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
Ability to lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs
Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, and knives
Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces
Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
Understand directives and communicate effectively with leadership and coworkers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
Employer Matched 401k Savings plan
Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within!
Dining discounts
Spouse / Children / Family contributions towards medical premiums
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Paid Vacation benefits
Lodging included during temporary relocation for training