Job description
SOUS CHEF | Charlotte & The Quail - A Special Little Place with a Passion for Food & Flowers
Charlotte & The Quail is more than just a place to eat — we are a team dedicated to cultivating beauty, harmony, and meaning through our craft. We're seeking an inspired Sous Chef who thrives in a collaborative environment, is passionate about food quality, and has the leadership skills to support and influence our kitchen team.
What You Bring
Honest & kind communication
Leadership confidence
A commitment to our local food culture
A proactive & solutions-focused mindset
Accountability for yourself & your team
A passion for mentoring & developing others
A love for cooking with the seasons
BONUS some knowledge edible flower & foraged food ingredients
Your Role
Lead & support the culinary team through daily service
Mentor team members on skill development, organization, and quality
Maintain kitchen efficiency, cleanliness, and prep standards
Ensure food quality through recipe execution and refinement
Communicate with FOH to ensure smooth service flow
Manage ordering, inventory, and waste reduction strategies
Contribute to menu development aligned with our seasonal, healthful, and beautifully simple approach
Foster a positive & empowering kitchen culture
What You’ll Need
Kitchen leadership experience
Strong organizational & time management skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in a fast-paced environment
Availability for a minimum of 4 shifts per week, including weekends & occasional evenings
Valid food safety certifications
BONUS first aid certification
Want to help us continue bring our vision to life? If you're a motivated leader who wants to make an impact in a creative and collaborative kitchen, we’d love to hear from you with your Resume & Cover Letter {pdf format please}
Compensation Outline
Senior Line/Prep Hourly Wage: $24.00-$25.00 per hour
Leadership Salary begins $50000.00 + bonus structure
Above average tip pool
Additional Benefits
Working with an inspired team of diverse individuals
Accepting environment
Complimentary meal & beverage each shift / Discounted purchases
Shop discount
Access to botanical garden on shift days to harvest garnish & explore the growing season in real life
Schedule
We are open to both part and full time possibilities
Shifts are no more that 8.5 hours
Early Morning & Day shifts - evening solo work possible
Weekend availability (we work to ensure we can all get time off that we want/need)
Charlotte & the Quail {EST 2010} is a Victoria brunch fav for healthy meals, kind service, and a peaceful environment. Our location is set on the edge of a 9 acre botanical garden which fuels our days -it even includes morning herb & flower harvests for use in cooking & plating. We are a team of skilled culinary & hospitality professionals that have come together to make seasonal meals both our artistic expression and our movement for a more meaningful local food industry/system. We work hard together AND we also have healthy, fulfilling lives
