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Prime + Proper is a modern interpretation of the classic American steakhouse. Prime + Proper offers a marriage of traditional steakhouse fare with elevated contemporary culinary mastery. Regarded as on of the best steak restaurants in the world. 101 Best Steak Restaurants Ranked #20 in North America for 2026, #69 globally. We provide a truly remarkable experience through the fanatic pursuit of hospitality, premier product, and unrivaled attention to detail, which is our purpose. This position is responsible for the execution of culinary standards and team leadership. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing kitchen staff in the preparation of our culinary experience, while meeting required safety, hygiene and quality standards. You will be working closely with the Executive Chef by providing leadership and support to all staff in the kitchen when needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Maintaining positive working relationships with vendors, placing orders, generating purchase orders, ensuring par levels are up to date, monitoring material consumption, overseeing day-to-day production, inventory, training and ongoing development of team members by adhering to Heirloom core values and company standards. It is your responsibility to ensure we always serve the freshest, most desirable products to our guests, always.
Job Responsibility
Exuding the Heirloom Values as defined in our Handbook
Accountable for guest satisfaction by ensuring food standards are met
Address guest concerns in a timely and efficient manner and implement solutions
Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing
Oversee scheduling of hourly employees
Assist in managing all Culinary Team Schedules
Help to oversee vendor accounts
Weekly invoicing and costing in our house accounting software
Maintaining acceptable profit margin as outlined by store culinary leadership
Determine recipes and ingredients used are following build & par standards
Train Department staff in the relevant aspects of kitchen procedures
Monitor sanitation procedures throughout ktichen
Monitor safety of the kitchen and its operations
Complete line checks
Maintains cleanliness and organization in all work areas
Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing
Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures
Report all equipment problems and maintenance issues, known safety hazards, or unsafe practices and procedures to supervisor immediately
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
Willing and timely execution of other duties as delegated by leadership
Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
Lead and manage the quality/quantity of the kitchen, as well as coordinating the production of food (prep, pars, special menus) as it relates to event and restaurant functions
Help to maintain payroll costs and productivity within budgeted guidelines
Assist in the recruitment and training of all new kitchen staff
Balance operational and administrative needs
Follow company policies, procedures and service standards
Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
Uphold HACCP standards in the Kitchen with the assistance of the Culianry Team
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Relevant culinary qualification and experience managing kitchen operations
Ability to develop recipes, implement standard practices to adhere to department wide consistency
Servsafe Manager Certification
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Consistently aspires to fulfill our core values
Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to work with a variety of people and in cooperation with coworkers efficiently and effectively
Must be detail oriented and able to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment