Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Compensation

Salary: $80,000 – $85,000Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Job Details

I am hiring on behalf of a luxury prestigious client seeking a talented and driven Sous Chef to support leadership within a high-end, fine dining restaurant environment.

The Sous Chef is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and service excellence. This role provides hands-on leadership in the kitchen, supports menu development, oversees cost control and product sourcing, and ensures operational systems and quality assurance procedures are consistently upheld.

This is a leadership position requiring a chef who thrives in a refined, high-performance culinary environment and leads by example on the floor.

Key Responsibilities

Support senior culinary leadership in all aspects of kitchen operationsContribute to menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal innovationOversee food quality, presentation, and consistency across all stationsMonitor food costing, product specifications, and supplier qualityMaintain strict sanitation, food safety, and temperature control standardsSupervise mise en place, station setup, and daily prep executionTrain, mentor, and motivate line cooks and junior team membersEnsure an organized, clean, and professional open-kitchen environmentConduct quality checks and enforce kitchen systems and structureAssist with service coordination and pre-service lineupsSupport inventory control and proper product rotation

Required Experience & Qualifications

Culinary degree or formal apprenticeship preferredMinimum 2 years in a supervisory role within a luxury restaurant or hotelStrong background in Italian cuisine highly preferredProven ability to lead, coach, and develop kitchen teamsStrong organizational and time management skillsHigh attention to detail and quality standardsComfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation environmentFlexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidaysPhysically able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbsFood safety certification required (NYC Food Handlers certification preferred)