Sous Chef

About the role

At Sixty Vines, great food, wine and company come together to create unforgettable moments. Our wine-country-inspired cuisine, sixty wines on tap and craft cocktails transport Guests to renowned regions around the world through approachable pours and thoughtful pairings, all without the commitment of a bottle. An open exhibition kitchen and chef’s table anchor the dining room, featuring wood-fired pizzas, handcrafted charcuterie boards and seasonal dishes made for sharing and bringing people together.     We are reimagining wine culture while reducing our carbon footprint. We want leaders who geek out over great food and wine, build teams that share that same energy and bring their passion to a brand growing nationwide.     JOB SUMMARY   We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the daily leadership of Sixty Vines’ culinary operations. You will partner with the Executive Chef to lead successful shifts, develop culinary Team Members and uphold our standards for quality, consistency, safety and presentation.     COMPENSATION   Salary Range: $5 5,000–$ 75,000 per year, plus monthly profit share     BENEFITS: THE GOOD STUFF   Flexible schedules   Potential for a four-day workweek once a month   Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off   401(k) match   Medical, dental and vision insurance after 60 days   Wine-country trips   Free access to mental health services   Growth and development opportunities     EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS   2+ years of kitchen experience in a similar culinary leadership role   High-volume, scratch-kitchen experience strongly preferred   Culinary arts degree or professional training is a plus   Experience leading, training and supervising hourly Team Members   Knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment and culinary best practices   Experience with scheduling, inventory, purchasing and food-cost controls   Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills   Food Handler certification and any additional required food-safety certifications   Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business needs require   Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES     CULINARY EXECUTION   Support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations   Maintain a hands-on presence throughout preparation and service   Ensure recipes, portions and presentation standards are executed consistently   Monitor food quality, ticket times and kitchen readiness throughout each shift   Maintain the highest level of food quality while actively managing waste   Support new menu items, seasonal offerings and special food-and-wine experiences     PEOPLE CHAMPION   Assist with hiring, onboarding, training and developing culinary Team Members   Assign responsibilities clearly and coordinate the team to achieve shift goals   Provide consistent coaching, recognition and feedback   Identify and develop Team Members with leadership potential   Foster strong communication between the culinary and front-of-house team.     BUSINESS AND SHIFT LEADER   Manage culinary schedules and adjust staffing based on business levels   Support inventory, ordering, purchasing and receiving through approved vendors   Monitor portioning, waste and product usage to support food-cost goals   Maintain accurate product organization, labeling, storage and rotation   Identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency without compromising quality   Communicate product, equipment and operational needs to the Executive Chef     QUALITY AND SAFETY LEADER   Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen   Ensure food is received, stored, prepared and served safely   Enforce food-handling, sanitation and workplace safety practices   Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance concerns promptly   Follow our policies and all applicable health and safety requirements     If you are passionate about scratch-made cuisine, developing great culinary teams and creating memorable food-and-wine experiences, we invite you to apply.   We participate in the E-Verify program. As part of our commitment to maintaining a legal workforce, we verify the employment eligibility of all new hires through E-Verify.   Equal Opportunity Employer