Job Description

Job Location Bluewater Grill - Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 Position Type Full Time Salary Range $67,600.00 - $72,800.00 Salary/year Travel Percentage None Job Shift Any Job Category Restaurant - Food Service

Executive Sous Chef – Bluewater Waterfront Grill
$3,000 Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available!
Lead the Kitchen. Inspire Your Team. Create Unforgettable Coastal Cuisine.

Welcome to Bluewater
At Bluewater Waterfront Grill, we combine waterfront charm with fresh, local North Carolina cuisine. Our seasonal menu celebrates traditional American fare and quality seafood, creating memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back.

We’re looking for an Executive Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, leads by example, and is passionate about culinary excellence and team development. You lead with heart and discipline, and you’re hungry to grow your impact.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the back-of-house in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Oversee the kitchen team, including selection, training, supervision, and performance management of supervisors, cooks, and utility staff.
• Foster a highly functional, collaborative back-of-house culture.
• Conduct daily shift briefings with Sous Chefs and kitchen staff.
• Execute menus and recipes under the guidance of the Executive Chef.
• Control food flow and identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and cost management.
• Maintain facility and equipment to ensure the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume kitchen operations.
• Previous leadership experience in kitchen management preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and team-building skills.
• Passion for culinary excellence and operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Benefits You Will Enjoy

• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus – Paid in two installments
• Competitive salary
• Career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution up to 4%
• Paid time off & flexible schedules
• Generous employee dining discounts
• Lucrative referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement program

About LM Restaurants

Bluewater is part of the LM Restaurants family, a local, family-owned company committed to hospitality that starts with people. We operate over 30 unique restaurant concepts across the Southeast, each built on fresh food, local flavor, and heartfelt service.

LM Restaurants is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

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