Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Salary Range: $65k to $75k based on experience

Job Type: Salary, Full-Tiime

Westbound & Down Brewing Company – Idaho Springs, CO

Westbound & Down Brewing Company is seeking a driven, organized, hospitality-minded Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen in Idaho Springs.

We are not just a brewery with food. We are a neighborhood restaurant, a gathering place, and a team committed to being the best part of our guests’ day. Our Idaho Springs location sits at the gateway to the Rockies, serving locals, travelers, and our community with pride.

This role is for someone who loves systems, execution, people, and wants to build something they’re proud of.

About Us

Thoughtful, chef-driven pub fare

High standards and disciplined execution

Strong prime cost management

Team-first culture

Community involvement

Craft beer excellence

We believe great hospitality starts in the kitchen.

Position Overview

The Sous Chef works directly with the General Manager, Culinary Director, and kitchen leadership team to execute daily operations with consistency and excellence.

You will lead shifts, develop team members, protect food quality, and ensure systems are followed. This is a hands-on leadership position.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage kitchen shifts with professionalism and urgency

Maintain food quality, consistency, and plating standards

Manage prep systems and pars to protect food cost

Assist in scheduling and labor management

Hold the line on cleanliness, organization, and food safety

Support inventory and ordering processes

Train and develop line cooks and prep cooks

Enforce systems that protect our prime cost targets

Contribute to menu development and seasonal features

What We’re Looking For

2+ years of kitchen leadership experience

Strong understanding of food cost and labor control

Ability to lead calmly during high-volume service

Strong communication and coaching skills

High standards for cleanliness and organization

Passion for hospitality, not just cooking

Pride in being part of a team

Bonus if you:

Have brewery/restaurant experience

Understand high-volume mountain town operations

Love working with local ingredients

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary $65k to $75k depending on experience

Performance bonus per quarter

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Opportunity for growth within a growing Colorado hospitality group

Why Idaho Springs?

This location is special. It’s where Westbound began. It’s high-energy, community-driven, and full of character. If you want to lead in a kitchen where your impact matters — this is it.