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Executive Sous Chef

12/3/2025

Support the Owner in day-to-day kitchen operations and menu development while overseeing food preparation to ensure consistent quality and presentation. Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold high standards of excellence in a tasting menu-style environment.

Salary

75000 - 100000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

11-50 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
SCRATCH|BAR & KITCHEN Scratch|Bar & Kitchen was founded on the principles of preparing food the way it was meant to be, from scratch. Our space was designed for our guests to be able to enjoy an experience tailored specifically to their individual tastes by creating a dialogue with our chefs. Keeping in the “from scratch” philosophy there is nothing in our restaurant that wasn’t made with our hands. From the aged cheeses to the butter in our breads, everything was made by us for you. - Scratch|Restaurants - Scratch|Bar & Kitchen - Woodley Proper - Frankland's Crab & Co. - Sushi|Bar - Margarita's Snacks
About the Role
Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
Crumley Ranch is a vibrant, farm-to-table restaurant dedicated to sustainability, seasonality, and culinary innovation. Our philosophy centers on crafting exceptional dishes using organic, locally sourced ingredients from our own farm, with a strong emphasis on fresh herbs, spices, and produce cultivated with care.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Executive Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team and help bring our vision to life with our newest concept opening early in 2026 !

Position starts in October / November 2025

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Support the Owner in day-to-day kitchen operations and menu development

  • Oversee food preparation and ensure consistent quality and presentation in a tasting menu-style environment

  • Work closely with the on-site team for seasonal produce 

  • Utilize fresh herbs, spices, and produce—often grown on-site or locally

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment

  • Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold high standards of excellence

  • Participate in horticulture-related projects that support the restaurant’s farm-to-table concept

Qualifications:
 
  • Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in a high-volume or fine dining setting

  • Strong knowledge of organic ingredients, herbs, and spices

  • Horticulture background or experience working with garden-grown ingredients is highly encouraged

  • Proven leadership skills and experience managing kitchen teams

  • Passion for sustainability and seasonality in cuisine

  • Culinary degree or formal training is preferred but not required

What We Offer:
 
  • Opportunity to be part of a mission-driven, environmentally conscious culinary team
  • Competitive Salary DOE
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Matching
  • Sick time and Paid time off
  • Hands-on involvement in a growing farm-to-table operation

If you're a dedicated chef with a deep respect for the land and a love for honest, flavor-driven cooking, we’d love to hear from you.
 
Compensation: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





Key Skills
Culinary ExperienceMenu DevelopmentFood PreparationQuality ControlTeam LeadershipTrainingMentoringSustainabilitySeasonalityOrganic IngredientsHorticultureFresh HerbsSpicesProduceKitchen ManagementFarm-to-Table
Categories
HospitalityFood & BeverageEnvironmental & SustainabilityAgricultureManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Dental InsuranceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffVision InsuranceWellness Resources
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