Sous Chef - Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront | Catch 31

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Virginia Beach, VA 23451Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $50,000.00 - $54,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceSous Chef  Catch 31 – Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Catch 31 at the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront is seeking an experienced Sous Chef who can step into a high-volume, fast-paced operation and lead from day one. This role requires full proficiency on all kitchen stations, strong people management skills, and experience working in both show kitchens and back-of-house production kitchens. Key Responsibilities Execute and supervise all kitchen stations without training (grill, sauté, fry, raw bar/prep, expo as applicable) Lead and manage subordinate cooks, ensuring accountability, productivity, and consistent execution Maintain high standards in a high-volume, scratch kitchen environment Oversee both show kitchen operations and back kitchen production Enforce food quality, plating, timing, and portion standards during service Ensure strict compliance with ServSafe, food safety, sanitation, and health department standards Assist with scheduling, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls Step in as acting kitchen leader in the Executive Chef’s absence Required Qualifications Proven Sous Chef or Senior Line Lead experience in a high-volume restaurant Ability to run every station independently and jump in where needed Demonstrated experience managing, training, and disciplining kitchen staff Experience in open/show kitchen environments preferred Strong organizational and leadership skills Current ServSafe Certification required (or ability to obtain immediately) Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience Benefits including health, dental, vision, and PTO Hilton and Shamin Hotels travel and dining discounts Career growth within a respected hospitality organization A fast-paced, professional kitchen with high standards Location: Catch 31 – Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront High volume. High standards. No shortcuts.   QualificationsQualifications Proven Sous Chef or Senior Line Cook/Lead experience in a high-volume restaurant Strong knowledge of seafood and fish preparation, including proper handling and cooking techniques Experience with steak cookery, sauces, soups, and banquet execution Ability to run all stations independently without training Demonstrated experience managing and developing kitchen staff Experience in an open/show kitchen preferred Current ServSafe Certification required (or ability to obtain immediately) Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays