Sous Chef

Sous-chef: Salary(Competitive based on experience) Moderna Bar & Pizzeria is a modern craft Italian restaurant with focus on scratch-made cuisine, hand-crafted pasta, rustic bread, and wood-fired style pizzas. Our kitchen celebrates seasonal ingredients, bold flavors, and traditional Italian techniques with a contemporary edge. We are a high-volume, high-energy operation that prides itself on excellence, consistency, and creativity to give our guests a memorable experience. Overview: · Moderna Bar & Pizzeria - A Pizzeria - yes - but far more than that. Moderna will become the benchmark in Austin, Texas, a true chef-driven restaurant and bar, serving Artisan pizza combined with a complete selection of Italian small plates, salads, and a handful of Italian classics that includes chicken parmigiana and our scratch made selection of pastas. The pasta experience will be taken to the next level - prepared tableside for our guests - a true showstopper in the Moderna experience · High-volume, full-service, craft Italian restaurant emphasizing from-scratch cooking, artisanal methods, and authentic flavors, with a strong focus on house-made pasta, rustic bread, and wood-fired style pizza Position overview: We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our leadership team. The Sous chef will play a key role in supporting the Executive chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency , and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. This position requires strong culinary skills, proven management experience, and the ability to lead and inspire a diverse team. Responsibilities: · Assist the Executive chef with daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing procedures. · Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistence of all dishes. · Lead, train, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen staff to foster teamwork and accountability. · Manage kitchen workflow during peak service in a high-volume environment. · Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials with a focus on scratch cooking and Italian traditions. · Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls to achieve financial goals. · Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and health department standards. · Step into leadership when the Executive chef is not present. Qualifications: · Minimum 3-5 years of professional culinary experience with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role. · Strong background in scratch cooking; experience with Italian cuisine and wood-fired pizza a plus. · Proven ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen · Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. · Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, ordering, and food cost management. · Passion for mentoring and developing staff. · Flexible schedule with availability on nights, weekends, and holidays. • Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills. • Formal culinary education or a certification. • Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure. • Manage staff, maintain cleanliness and understand food safety. • A deep understanding of various cooking methods, equipment and ingredients is fundamental. • The ability to work efficiently and professionally in a high-stress, fast paced setting is crucial. What we offer: • Competitive salary and bonus opportunities • Health and wellness benefits • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement • A dynamic, team-driven environment built on passion and respect Job Type: Full-time Pay: $52,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person