Sous Chef | Upscale Restaurant Group | NYC

Sous Chef

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 per year, based on experience (paid weekly).

About the Opportunity

Our client is an established, upscale Spanish tapas restaurant group with multiple locations across major U.S. markets and continued growth on the horizon. Their open kitchens turn out vibrant, seasonally driven versions of classic Spanish tapas and small plates, served in a lively, sharing-focused atmosphere. This is an opportunity to join a respected group with a strong company culture and room to grow.

Position Summary

A restaurant is only as strong as its kitchen team. Our client is looking for a driven, passionate, and consistent Sous Chef to help lead a high-functioning back-of-house team and uphold the standards that make their kitchens successful. This is a leadership role for someone who sweats the details, thrives on teaching and coaching, and takes ownership of both the food and the numbers behind it.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-functioning BOH team, forming a cohesive, motivated kitchen crew
• Execute the menu to the highest culinary standards
• Manage food and labor costs to maximize profitability
• Order product and schedule labor within budget
• Ensure Department of Health (DOH) standards are consistently followed
• Uphold thorough food handling and safety practices
• Anticipate needs, organize, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Make sound operational decisions with an understanding of their financial impact

Qualifications

• Proven culinary skills and knowledge to execute at the highest level
• Strong leadership ability with a passion for teaching and coaching
• Understanding of food and labor cost management and the financial implications of operational decisions
• Thorough knowledge of food handling practices
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and anticipate
• A collaborative, enthusiastic team player who's eager to learn
• A good sense of humor
• Must be at least 18 years old

What's Offered

• Competitive salary based on experience, paid weekly
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and supplemental benefit options
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling with full- and part-time availability
• Discounted meals
• A strong company culture with high standards
• The opportunity to help grow an upscale restaurant group alongside people who love hospitality

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are not based on an applicant's race, sex, sexual orientation, age, color, national origin, citizenship, disability, handicap, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by local, state, or federal law.