Junior Sous Chef - Michelin-Level Hospitality Group
Atlanta, GA, United States
- Hospitality
- Full-time
- Sous Chef
- junior sous chef
- Michelin-level restaurant
The Junior Sous Chef will support the Executive Sous and Executive Chef in leading and training a high-performance culinary team to deliver Michelin-level cuisine in a new Atlanta restaurant. Responsibilities include overseeing menu execution, operational controls such as P&L and inventory, and contributing to the restaurant’s successful opening and ongoing excellence. The role requires culinary leadership experience, creativity, and strong operational skills in a refined kitchen environment.
One of Atlanta’s most anticipated new openings is arriving in the Star Metals District: a chef-driven restaurant that blends refined global flavors, modern design, and uncompromising service standards. We are seeking an Sous Chef to join the opening leadership team and help set a new benchmark for dining in the city.
The Executive Sous Chef will partner with the Executive Chef to build and lead a team capable of delivering cuisine at a Michelin-recognized level, ensuring flawless consistency across every service. This role is ideal for a culinary leader who thrives in high-performance kitchens, embraces creativity, and understands how to balance artistry with operational execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Executive Sous & Executive Chef in daily leadership and menu execution.
- Train, mentor, and hold a culinary team accountable to exacting standards.
- Execute systems for precision, consistency, and speed in high-volume service.
- Oversee P&L, food and labor cost controls, and inventory management.
- Collaborate on menu development and seasonal sourcing.
- Drive operational excellence during the restaurant’s critical opening phase.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience as a Junior Sous Chef in refined kitchen environments
- Prior opening experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership in developing teams and instilling a culture of excellence.
- Strong operational and financial acumen.
- Passion for creativity, execution, and the art of hospitality.
Compensation & Benefits:
- $75,000 – $85,000 base salary + bonus potential.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- PTO
- Career Growth Opportunities
This is more than an opening—it’s an opportunity to help shape one of Atlanta’s most talked-about culinary destinations. If you are passionate about leadership and excellence at the highest level, we want to meet you.




