At Copain, we bring together the comfort of a neighborhood café with the craft of a true boulangerie, now expanding into full-service dining at our new Ballantyne location. Our approach to food is ingredient-driven, seasonal, and rooted in honest cooking. The kitchen emphasizes simple techniques, precise execution, and respect for ingredients, resulting in dishes that are refined without being overcomplicated.

We are hiring an experienced Sous Chef to join our opening team at Copain Ballantyne. In this role you will work alongside the Executive Chef to lead a high-performing kitchen focused on consistency, teamwork, and professional growth. You will oversee daily operations, guide and train cooks, and ensure every dish reflects the quality and care of Noble Food & Pursuits.

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen with a strong foundation in classic cooking methods, knife skills, sauce making, and plating.
• Pride in maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and managing food costs, inventory, and production in a timely manner.
• Confident, calm under pressure, and enjoy leading by example, helping to elevate the team’s performance.
• Team-oriented and enjoy working closely with others to solve challenges and achieve collective goals.
• Passionate about food and hospitality, eager to continue learning, growing, and making a positive impact on the team and guests.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with overseeing kitchen staff and ensuring smooth service operations during shifts.
• Support and mentor line cooks, ensuring consistency in food quality and presentation while continuing to elevate team skills.
• Manage prep work, assist with inventory control, place orders, and support the kitchen with production tasks.
• Work hand-in-hand with other Sous Chefs and the Executive Chef to meet daily production goals and uphold high standards.
• Promote the Noble Food & Pursuits mission, creating an environment where both staff and guests feel valued.

Why Work with Us:

• $50k–$60k per year, based on experience.
• Paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Enjoy discounts at all our Noble Food & Pursuits locations.
• Learn, cross-train, and explore new career paths within the Noble Food & Pursuits portfolio of concepts.
• Be a part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and great food.

At Copain, we bring together the comfort of a neighborhood café with the craft of a true boulangerie, now expanding into full-service dining at our new Ballantyne location. Our approach to food is ingredient-driven, seasonal, and rooted in honest cooking. The kitchen emphasizes simple techniques, precise execution, and respect for ingredients, resulting in dishes that are refined without being overcomplicated.

We are hiring an experienced Sous Chef to join our opening team at Copain Ballantyne. In this role you will work alongside the Executive Chef to lead a high-performing kitchen focused on consistency, teamwork, and professional growth. You will oversee daily operations, guide and train cooks, and ensure every dish reflects the quality and care of Noble Food & Pursuits.

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen with a strong foundation in classic cooking methods, knife skills, sauce making, and plating.
• Pride in maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and managing food costs, inventory, and production in a timely manner.
• Confident, calm under pressure, and enjoy leading by example, helping to elevate the team’s performance.
• Team-oriented and enjoy working closely with others to solve challenges and achieve collective goals.
• Passionate about food and hospitality, eager to continue learning, growing, and making a positive impact on the team and guests.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with overseeing kitchen staff and ensuring smooth service operations during shifts.
• Support and mentor line cooks, ensuring consistency in food quality and presentation while continuing to elevate team skills.
• Manage prep work, assist with inventory control, place orders, and support the kitchen with production tasks.
• Work hand-in-hand with other Sous Chefs and the Executive Chef to meet daily production goals and uphold high standards.
• Promote the Noble Food & Pursuits mission, creating an environment where both staff and guests feel valued.

Why Work with Us:

• $50k–$60k per year, based on experience.
• Paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Enjoy discounts at all our Noble Food & Pursuits locations.
• Learn, cross-train, and explore new career paths within the Noble Food & Pursuits portfolio of concepts.
• Be a part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and great food.