Sous Chef - Skye Bar & Grill

Terrible Herbst Inc

Las Vegas, NV

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, BeOS Operating System, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Financial Operations, Food Preparation, Food Presentation, Food Quality, Food Safety, Gaming, Inventory Management, Leadership, Menu Development, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Point of Sale (POS) Software, Profit & Loss Statements, Restaurant, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management
LOCATION
Las Vegas, NV
POSTED
26 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Position Overview:

The Restaurant Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring top-tier food quality, and providing leadership to the culinary team. This role is instrumental in maintaining high standards of guest service and food safety while contributing to the financial and operational success of the restaurant. The Sous Chef helps cultivate a team that embodies Terrible's Core Values: Integrity, Passion, Caring, Professionalism, and Learning.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing all kitchen operations for high-volume service and large parties

  • Coordinate staffing and food prep for BEOs and group dining events

  • Partner with General Manager and Group Dining Manager to develop event menus

  • Recruit, train, and oversee back-of-house team members

  • Ensure consistent food presentation, quality, and timely service

  • Support budgeting efforts and cost management goals

  • Uphold all health, safety, and sanitation standards (Southern Nevada Health District & TAM)

  • Deliver exceptional guest experiences through hands-on leadership and coaching

  • Monitor food inventory, par levels, and ordering systems

  • Act as the go-to expert for kitchen and POS software

  • Promote and implement new culinary techniques and seasonal dishes

  • Perform prep work and line support as needed

  • Fulfill additional duties as assigned by the Executive Chef

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 3-5 years in high-volume culinary environments

  • 1-2 years of leadership or restaurant management experience preferred

  • Flexible schedule: must be available for all shifts, weekends, and holidays

  • Proficiency in kitchen management, ordering, inventory, and team supervision

  • Working knowledge of P&L statements and cost control

  • Ability to lift 45 lbs. and work on their feet for extended periods

  • Valid Food Handler's Certification, TAM Card, and Non-Gaming Card (or ability to obtain)

Preferred:

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Proven leadership abilities and team development mindset

  • Familiarity with restaurant POS and kitchen operations software

  • Commitment to delivering a "deliberately different" guest experience

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About the Company

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Terrible Herbst Inc

Terrible Herbst, Inc., based in Las Vegas, operates convenience stores, car washes and lube shops in Arizona, California, Nevada and most recently added locations in Utah. The company also operates gaming facilities, often attached to convenience stores.

The family-run company’s well-known mustachioed "Bad Guy" cowboy logos have been fixtures of the Nevada landscape since the company's 1959 founding by patriarch Edward R. Herbst. Target customers include both locals and tourists. The chain strives to keep fuel and product pricing low to remain competitive. It also focuses on great customer service, product knowledge, and a quick and efficient staff.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1932
WEBSITE
http://www.terribleherbst.com/