Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager

Sous Chef/ Kitchen Manager - Wolf & Company Chicago

Location: Bucktown, Chicago, IL

Join the Little Bad Wolf, Gretel, and The Good Wolf team in an exciting new venture! We have expanded with a brand-new, all-encompassing space that will house a restaurant, bar, cafe, grocer, flower shop and deli—all under one roof in the heart of Bucktown, right off of the 606.

We’re looking for a strong leader to set and maintain high culinary standards that align with our vision. This role oversees all food production across our restaurant, butcher, deli, and coffee shop at the Wolf and Company Chicago location, ensuring consistency and quality in every aspect. THIS ROLE WILL REQUIRE LINE TIME. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and positive team player who takes ownership of kitchen operations, from managing food purchasing and production to training staff and maintaining financial goals.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Development:

• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate BOH team members.
• Foster a positive and professional work environment.
• Provide hands-on training to maintain high standards and consistency.
• Support team growth through cross-training and development.

Kitchen Operations & Quality Control:

• Oversee daily food prep and execution, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards across all kitchen areas.
• Develop and refine recipes, portion control, and plating guidelines.
• Work closely with FOH to align food production with guest expectations.

Financial & Operational Oversight:

• Manage food and labor costs while maintaining efficiency.
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, and kitchen expenses to reduce waste.
• Ensure all kitchen certifications and inspections are up to date.
• Establish and enforce cleaning and maintenance schedules.

Guest Experience & Menu Development:

• Assist in creating seasonal and innovative menu items.
• Ensure food quality consistently exceeds guest expectations.
• Attend service lineups and engage with guests as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience in full-service restaurants.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to oversee a team of 25+ BOH employees.
• Solid understanding of food cost control and kitchen efficiency.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word for reporting and budgeting.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for consistency and quality.

Reports To:

General Manager and Culinary Director

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Health benefits and paid time off
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting expansion of a beloved local brand
• Career growth within an innovative, supportive company

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter sharing your experience and your vision for this role to [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Coffee shop: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60647: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person