Sous Chef

Responsibilities

• Execute daily a la carte service with precision, ensuring timing, presentation, and quality meet established standards
• Check and determine staffing needs on a regular basis and cut & add labor as needed.
• Lead kitchen teams by example, providing clear direction, steady leadership, and hands-on support throughout prep and service
• Mentor line cooks and prep cooks, reinforcing standards, accountability, and professional communication
• Oversee daily prep, setup, breakdown, and post-service resets to ensure organization, cleanliness, and efficiency
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality standards across all event operations
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and cost control- focus on minimizing waste
• Communicate clearly and professionally with all departments to ensure smooth execution and consistent guest experiences
• Contribute feedback and ideas to improve workflows, menus, and execution strategies
• Support event and banquet operations as needed, ensuring flexibility during high-volume or peak periods
• Take ownership mindset of kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef De Cuisine, ensuring standards are upheld across all services.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
• Ability to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions
• Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Location
• Nashville, Tennessee
• Additional Locations
• Job Type
• Full time
• Job Area
• Hospitality & Retail
• The salary range for this role is:
• $53,300.00 - $76,700.00
• Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compe

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Constellation Brands is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine and spirits with operations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. We are a Fortune 500 company, and we were recently given Fortune's "World's Most Innovative Companies" award in 2016 and Fortune's "World's Most Admired Companies" award in 2017 amongst many other accolades. Since our earliest days, Constellation Brands has lived by a set of values that has shaped our culture and the way we do business. Today, these values, together with our company's vision and mission, serve as the directional compass that guides our business strategies and future growth. We are looking for versatile and motivated individuals to join our team. Our mission, to elevate life with every glass! Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Sous Chef to support and oversee culinary execution for a la carte service as well as support on-site programming. This role builds strong line leadership and is responsible for translating recipes, menus, and timelines into seamless, high-quality guest experiences. Working directly with Culinary Leadership and Hospitality Leadership, the Sous Chef plays a critical role in planning, coordinating, and executing daily operations while leading kitchen teams with clarity, professionalism, and calm under pressure. This position sets the standard for preparation, communication, and execution, ensuring every service reflects the quality, care, and hospitality of the brand.

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