Sous Chef

Pay: $50,000-$60,000 About Murray’s Pizza & Wine: This is the 7th restaurant from the hospitality group behind Leaf & Grain. Murray's is an upscale community restaurant featuring a focused wine & beverage list and a tight menu of innovative small plates & artisan pizzas. We are currently building a team that is passionate about hospitality and committed to providing the best service and food in the area. Join us for the unparalleled opportunity to learn and grow as a part of our Murray’s Team! MURRAY’S SCHEDULED TO OPEN IN OCTOBER 2025! We are actively hiring! Training will start shortly after applicants receive and accept their offer. Visit our website to learn more: Job Title: Sous Chef Location: 9655 Katy Fwy Suite 3110, Houston, TX 77024 Perks: • Competitive compensation • Employee discounts • Flexible schedule: we can work around your school schedule, family and kids, etc. • Good work life balance • Afternoon and evening shifts, Monday through Sunday • Make an impact on customers and teammates • Opportunity for professional growth and development Position Overview As Sous Chef at Murray's Pizza & Wine, you will serve as the operational backbone of our kitchen. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring seamless service execution and maintaining our elevated standards. This role is operationally heavy and requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and hands-on involvement in all aspects of kitchen management. This role will typically be between 50-55 hours per week. Core Operational Responsibilities • Daily Operations Management: Oversee all kitchen operations including opening and closing procedures • Staff Leadership: Manage, support, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff • Emergency Response: Handle urgent situations as they arise during service • Quality Control: Verify all products meet Murray's standards before leaving the kitchen • Sanitation Oversight: Ensure completion of sanitation checklists and maintain food safety standards • Line Management: Conduct daily line checks and ensure proper station setup Service & Expediting Duties • Expediting: Lead the pass during service, ensuring proper plate presentation and timing • Quality Assurance: Inspect every plate for proper garnish, clean rims, and presentation standards • Food Quality Control: Maintain consistent taste, temperature, and visual standards • Service Flow: Coordinate kitchen timing with front-of-house operations • Backup Support: Step in to support line cooks during busy periods as needed Administrative Responsibilities • Inventory Management: Conduct regular inventory counts and coordinate ordering • Checklist Management: Ensure completion of opening and closing checklists • Kitchen Maintenance: Oversee equipment maintenance and kitchen cleanliness standards • Training: Support training programs for new kitchen staff • Systems Implementation: Help execute the systems-driven operational approach What We're Looking For • Experience: Minimum 3-5 years as Sous Chef or Senior Line Cook in full-service restaurants • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage and motivate kitchen teams • Operational Excellence: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail • Quality Standards: Commitment to maintaining elevated food quality and presentation • Physical Requirements: Ability to work long shifts, lift 50+ pounds, and remain on feet for extended periods • Flexibility: Available to work various shifts including weekends and holidays • Communication: Strong verbal communication skills for coordinating with all staff levels Key Success Factors • Ability to maintain calm under pressure during busy service periods • Strong problem-solving skills for handling operational challenges • Detail-oriented approach to quality control and presentation • Leadership style that fosters apositiveculture and develops kitchen staff • Understanding of food costs, inventory management, and kitchen efficiency • Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: • Employee discount • Flexible schedule Work Location: In person