Sous Chef - South Branch Smokehouse

We're Hiring: Sous Chef at South Branch Smokehouse – Moorefield, WV

South Branch Smokehouse, a locally loved destination for great food and hospitality in the heart of Moorefield, WV, is looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our team!

If you’re a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, has a knack for leadership, and takes pride in serving delicious, high-quality dishes — we want to hear from you.

Compensation + Benefits Package: $45,000 - $50,000/year. Full-Time Team Members receive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts.   

What You'll Be Doing: 

As our Sous Chef, you’ll be second-in-command in the kitchen, supporting the Executive Chef in managing all culinary operations. You’ll be a hands-on leader who helps train, motivate, and guide the kitchen staff — ensuring every plate that leaves the kitchen reflects our commitment to quality and Southern hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Train and mentor kitchen staff with a focus on consistency and presentation


• Oversee daily line production, plating, and quality control


• Create and prepare dishes with creativity and attention to detail


• Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless guest experience


• Maintain a clean, organized, and health-code-compliant kitchen


• Assist with scheduling, workflow management, hiring, and reporting


• Stay current with culinary trends and apply them in a way that fits our brand

What We're Looking For: 

We need a leader who brings both skill and heart to the kitchen. Someone who’s organized, dependable, and ready to help lead a team toward excellence.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of relevant kitchen experience (culinary degree a plus)


• Strong leadership and communication skills


• Deep understanding of food prep techniques and kitchen operations


• Creative mindset with a passion for quality and innovation


• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment


• Familiarity with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace


• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays, etc. 

Why Work With Us?

At South Branch Smokehouse, we’re not just a kitchen — we’re a family. We believe in supporting our staff, growing talent from within, and delivering an experience our guests will remember. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to work with a passionate team in a thriving local establishment.

Additional Information: Kindly, be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities, duties, or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability.

About the Company: Up to Par Management | Taylor Hospitality Vision is to be an Exceptional Hospitality and Golf Management Company built by Exceptional Team Members who are Delivering on our Purpose to Positively Impact Others.