Cafe Sous Chef

Cafe Sous Chef

Born in 2017 from the kitchen of Danny Meyer's Union Square Cafe in New York City, Daily Provisions is a growing collection of all-day neighborhood cafes with restaurant roots. Daily Provisions offers a familiar, yet elevated, menu of classic dishes, including its signature crullers, all-day breakfast sandwiches with a runny yolk, and freshly brewed coffee and teas. Throughout the afternoon and evening, the restaurant serves chef-driven salads, made-to-order sandwiches, seasonal sides, and comforting dinner dishes like its famous Roast Chicken. A beloved neighborhood institution among New Yorkers, Daily Provisions has expanded to multiple locations total across New York, Jersey City, Boston, and Washington, D.C.

The Cafe Sous Chef works closely with the Cafe Chef to maintain the highest quality and standards in the daily operations of kitchen. They ensure all pars are met in the prep kitchen and oversee execution of the menus throughout service. This position also has an active role in the management and development of Line Cooks, BOH Team Members, and all hourly team members. The Cafe Sous Chef will be in charge of holding the BOH team accountable to consistent feedback and career development through their performance objectives.

Consistently deliver a culture of Enlightened Hospitality to guests and team members

Partner with Front of House and Back of House team members to enforce systems, routines, and checklists the Daily Provisions way as well as deliver excellent guest experiences across all channels, including in-restaurant dining, third-party delivery, and catering

Ensure high performance and maintain excellence & hospitality throughout each day's specific service periods

Ensure consistent execution of food and timely flow of service by directing the team and effectively expediting service

Educate FOH Team Members on all aspects of food menu & culinary procedures through tastings and staff presentation

Maintain positive working relationship with dining room leaders and line staff at all times

Ensure that all recipes, product, food preparations and food execution meet Daily Provisions' specifications and commitment to culinary excellence. To the highest degree possible, ensure that kitchen is kept clean, safe and up to all "A" level health code standards

Ensure all team members are appropriately trained to execute station properly, partnering with the Cafe Chef to make sure that all new hires are adequately trained before beginning their new role

Support and manage operations in front of house as needed

At least 2 years of experience in culinary/kitchen leadership and casual dining

Excellent food & beverage knowledge and proven passion for culinary excellence and exceeding guest expectations

Experience in training and developing Back of House Team members

Ability to communicate in a direct, respectful, and transparent manner across all teams

Understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Certification in a Hospitality-related field, or equivalent, preferred

English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required

Competitive pay and bonus potential: Annual compensation of $70,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus, with consideration for your experience and impact

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care

Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work

Investing in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings

Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services.

Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship

Dining Credit: An annual dining credit to enjoy exceptional meals and experiences at any of our restaurants

Dining Discount: A 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants to share unforgettable meals with friends and loved ones

Convenience & flexibility: Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking

Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality.

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