Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Okto is looking for a talented, motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-standard kitchen and wants to grow within one of Houston’s top Mediterranean restaurants.

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of professional kitchen experience

Strong cooking techniques and understanding of Mediterranean/Israeli flavors (a big plus)

Ability to lead, train, and support the kitchen team during service

Passion for quality, consistency, and organization

Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic

Responsibilities:

Support the Executive Chef with daily prep and service

Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and presentation

Help manage inventory, ordering, and kitchen organization

Lead cooks during service and ensure smooth execution

Contribute ideas for specials and menu development

Schedule: Full-time, evenings and weekends required Compensation: Competitive, based on experience Location: Okto Mediterranean – Houston, TX

If you're passionate about Mediterranean cuisine and ready to grow with a dynamic team, we’d love to meet you.