Sous Chef - Mama Ricotta's Italian Kitchen | FS Food Group

Up to $75,000 base per year (DOE) plus monthly bonus structure

Mama Ricotta's Italian Kitchen is a casual, homestyle Italian restaurant located in the heart of Charlotte, North Carolina. Celebrated as Charlotte's best Italian restaurant for over 20 years, we serve traditional, authentic Italian dishes in an inviting atmosphere where every guest feels welcome. At Mama Ricotta's, we pride ourselves on sourcing the finest and freshest ingredients globally, ensuring our homemade mozzarella, sausage, breads, and desserts uphold the highest standards. Each dish we serve is a testament to our rich tradition of quality, creativity, and warm hospitality. As we embrace an exciting phase of growth, including opening new locations, we seek a Sous Chef who shares our dedication to culinary excellence and authentic Italian cuisine.

Joining Mama Ricotta's as a Sous Chef offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team that values tradition and innovation in equal measure. You will play a key role in maintaining the high culinary standards and unique flavor profiles that define the Mama Ricotta's experience. Your expertise will be crucial as we navigate the challenges and opportunities of expanding our beloved brand, ensuring every dish reflects the essence of Italian cuisine with a modern twist.

Why Join Mama Ricotta's Italian Kitchen?

• Culinary Excellence: Immerse yourself in a menu that celebrates the authenticity of Italian flavors, enhanced with innovative culinary techniques. You will contribute to a legacy of serving the best Italian cuisine in Charlotte for over two decades.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Step into an atmosphere designed to evoke the warmth and charm of a traditional Italian family kitchen, where creating memorable dining experiences is our passion.
• Career Growth: Join a community-centric brand that offers significant opportunities for professional development and advancement within the FS Food Group family.
• Quality and Training: Benefit from comprehensive training programs that focus on enhancing your culinary skills and leadership capabilities, ensuring our commitment to the highest standards of quality and excellence.

Why Join the FS Food Group Family?

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive and well-rounded training program.
• 100% Employer-paid Medical and Dental Insurance for all management.
• Employer-paid base life insurance policy after 6 months of service.
• Achievable Monthly Bonus Program.
• Paid Time Off starting at 6 months of service.
• Closed for family time on major holidays - Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
• 401k program to prepare for your future
• Continued career development and unlimited growth opportunities.
• Dining discounts at all FS Food Group restaurants in North and South Carolina.
• Experience the benefits of having a corporate office team that handles essential operational tasks such as marketing initiatives, financial accounting, procurement processes, recruitment efforts, repair and maintenance services, and more. This allows our Chefs to focus solely on driving their teams towards success!

Sous Chef Responsibilities:

• Champion our commitment to sourcing the finest ingredients and preparing dishes that honor traditional Italian recipes.
• Uphold all recipe, safety, and sanitation standards, maintaining Mama Ricotta's reputation for quality and creativity.
• Manage kitchen operations effectively, ensuring a positive environment that prioritizes exceptional food quality and organization.
• Play a pivotal role in staff development, from hiring to training and supervising kitchen team members.
• Oversee food and labor costs, contributing to the restaurant's profitability and success.

Sous Chef Qualifications:

• Passion for Italian cuisine and a commitment to culinary excellence.
• Proven experience thriving in a dynamic, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• A dedication to maintaining the highest standards of kitchen safety and sanitation.

If you are a passionate Sous Chef eager to leave your mark on a storied brand, apply to join Mama Ricotta's Italian Kitchen. Here, you will find a career where tradition meets innovation, offering a platform for growth and the chance to be part of Charlotte's best Italian dining experience for decades.

Company Information

FS Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, veteran or disability status.

Disclaimer: The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at FS Food Group, employment is “at will” or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.