Lead the Kitchen at Colorado Springs’ Best Craft Pizzeria

We’re partnering with a highly regarded, family-owned restaurant concept in downtown Colorado Springs known for its authentic New Haven-style pizza, homemade cuisine, craft cocktails, and energetic atmosphere. This high-volume, scratch kitchen concept has built a loyal following through house-made food, quality ingredients, genuine hospitality, and a strong team culture.

The kitchen is fast-paced, chef-driven, and quality-focused, with a strong emphasis on consistency, execution, and from-scratch preparation. If you’re a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives under pressure, motivates teams, and takes pride in delivering exceptional food every shift, this is an opportunity to join a growing restaurant group with real advancement potential.

About the Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in daily kitchen operations, helping drive execution, consistency, and team performance in one of the company’s busiest locations.

This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership position where you’ll work closely with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to maintain operational excellence, develop BOH talent, and create a positive, accountable kitchen culture.

We’re looking for someone who leads from the front, communicates with confidence, and brings energy, organization, and professionalism to every shift.

What You’ll Do

Operations & Execution

• Lead and manage all BOH shifts, ensuring smooth, efficient service
• Maintain consistency and quality across all menu items
• Oversee prep execution, pars, and line readiness for high-volume service
• Ensure proper food handling, safety, and sanitation standards at all times

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop line cooks and prep team members
• Set the tone for urgency, communication, and professionalism in the kitchen
• Hold team members accountable while maintaining a positive, team-first culture
• Assist in hiring, training, and performance management

Financial & Inventory Management

• Manage food cost through proper ordering, inventory, and waste control
• Execute weekly/monthly inventory and ensure accurate reporting
• Maintain proper portioning and recipe adherence

Scheduling & Labor

• Support labor management to hit company targets
• Assist in building effective schedules based on business levels
• Drive productivity without sacrificing quality

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager experience in a high-volume, scratch kitchen restaurant
• Strong leadership presence; someone who uses their voice to direct the kitchen clearly and confidently
• Ability to stay organized and composed under pressure
• Passion for scratch kitchens and quality-driven food
• Experience with inventory systems (Craftable experience is a plus)
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
• A team builder who leads by example and holds high standards
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

What We Offer

• $65,000 - $75,000 base salary per year, commensurate with experience
• Quarterly Bonus based on Food Cost & BOH Labor
• Growth opportunities within a multi-concept restaurant group
• Dining discounts
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join one of the highest-performing restaurant teams in Colorado Springs
• Work in a fast-paced, chef-driven, scratch kitchen environment
• Be part of a company that values hospitality, culture, and internal growth
• Gain exposure to a growing restaurant group with advancement potential
• Work alongside leadership that invests in training, mentorship, and development

If you’re a driven kitchen leader ready to take ownership, inspire a team, and help lead one of Colorado Springs’ most exciting high-volume restaurants, we’d love to connect with you.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all team members.