Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Sous Chef/Kitchen ManagerLocation: Buck & Honey’s – Mt. Horeb

Reports To: Head Chef, Corporate Executive Chef

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

Buck & Honey’s Mt. Horeb is seeking a hands-on, organized, and driven Kitchen Manager to help lead daily kitchen operations and support a high-performing culinary team. This role is responsible for maintaining strong kitchen systems, ensuring food quality and sanitation standards, supporting prep and event execution, managing inventory and ordering, and helping create a positive and efficient kitchen culture.

The Kitchen Manager works closely with the Executive Chef and leadership team to ensure smooth daily operations while providing support, coaching, and accountability for the kitchen staff. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and enjoys developing strong teams and operational consistency.

Essential Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

Support and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient and high-quality food execution

Assist with kitchen workflow and support line execution during busy service periods

Ensure all food is prepared and plated according to company standards

Support prep production and coordinate food preparation for catering, parties, and special events

Help maintain consistency in recipes, presentation, and food quality

Work alongside the Chef to support daily menu execution and specials

Team Leadership & Development

Provide hands-on leadership and support to kitchen staff

Help train and reinforce kitchen procedures, standards, and expectations

Promote teamwork, urgency, accountability, and a positive kitchen culture

Assist with scheduling, coaching, and daily staff support as needed

Step into various kitchen roles when necessary to support operations

Inventory & Ordering

Assist with food and supply ordering

Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to leadership

Receive and organize deliveries

Support monthly inventory processes

Minimize waste through proper storage, rotation, and inventory practices

Cleanliness & Food Safety

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and sanitation throughout the kitchen

Ensure compliance with all food safety and health department regulations

Monitor completion of daily and weekly cleaning tasks

Help maintain kitchen equipment and organization standards

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant environment preferred

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to lead and support a team in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations

Inventory and ordering experience preferred

Catering or large-event food preparation experience preferred

ServSafe certification is a plus

Spanish speaking ability is a plus

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Traits

Strong sense of urgency

Team-oriented leadership style

Reliable and dependable

Detail-oriented and organized

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Ability to multitask and adapt under pressure

Leads by example and supports team development

Spanish a plus

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Frequent bending, lifting, reaching, carrying, pushing, and pulling

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment with moderate to loud noise levels

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Paid time off

Fringe Benefits

Meal discounts

Growth opportunities within Buck & Honey’s

Full-time