Sous Chef / Assistant Kitchen Manager

Job overview

The Sous Chef / Assistant Kitchen Manager role is onsite in Waynesville, NC, with compensation of $43,000–$50,000 per year. The Scotsman Public House is a Scottish pub and restaurant recognized for its local awards and community reputation. This role supports kitchen operations by supervising and training staff, working cooking-line shifts, maintaining food safety and sanitation, and assisting with inventory, ordering, and food-cost control. It helps the kitchen deliver consistent menu quality and efficient service.

What you'll do

• Manage and train kitchen staff
• assist the Head Chef with scheduling and in their absence
• work cooking-line shifts and quality-check presentation
• cover kitchen positions and train new staff
• enforce sanitation and safety protocols
• assist with inventory, ordering, and receiving
• document food loss and report issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sous chef

assistant kitchen manager

waynesville nc

the scotsman public house

full-time

days and evenings

weekdays and weekends

$43k-$50k/year

kitchen leadership

food safety

inventory and cost control

servesafe manager

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance, dental insurance, shift meal, employee discount, paid time off, and vision insurance.

Why this role

ServeSafe Manager Certification and NC Foodhandlers permit required or obtainable; minimum four years of restaurant kitchen experience required; management experience preferred; days and evenings, weekdays and weekends.

About the employer

The Scotsman Public House is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.