Role Overview
Great American Restaurants is hiring a mid-level Sous Chef. This is a full-time role in Fairfax. posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 14 restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries and a BBQ spot in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We have been named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post, consistently ranking in the top employers in the area for more than 10 years. The dedication of our people is what sets our company apart, offering the best hospitality to our guests and each other every day.
Sous Chefs/Kitchen Managers are responsible for ensuring outstanding food quality and recipe adherence through the management of our passionate line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, and Kitchen Supervisors.
Benefits
· Competitive base salary
· Quarterly bonuses earned through achieving results in hospitality and operations
· 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 2 four-day work weeks per year
· Enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas off
· Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
· 401(K) with generous employer match
· Dining Card
· Gym & Educational Reimbursement
· Intense training program and ongoing professional development experiences
· Incentive trips earned through performance
Desired Skills and Experience:
· 2-5 years working in casual, high volume restaurants
· Strong understanding of restaurant operations
· Ability to lead a team
· Hospitality or Culinary degree preferred
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Sous Chef position at Great American Restaurants?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Great American Restaurants. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Sous Chef position at Great American Restaurants located?
This position is based in Fairfax. Great American Restaurants has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Sous Chef at Great American Restaurants earn?
Great American Restaurants has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Sous Chef role at Great American Restaurants posted?
This role was posted on June 12, 2026 (12 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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