Sous Chef - Italian Cuisine | Luxury Hotel Dining

Sous Chef – Italian Cuisine | Upscale Luxury Hotel Dining Midtown Manhattan, NY Salary: $85,000–$95,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Are you a passionate culinary leader with a strong background in Italian cuisine and experience in elevated hospitality environments? We are partnering on behalf of a premier luxury lifestyle hotel in Midtown Manhattan seeking a talented Sous Chef to join its culinary leadership team. This is an opportunity to work in a chef-driven environment focused on refined execution, exceptional guest experiences, and modern hospitality. This role is ideal for a Sous Chef who thrives in a polished, high-energy setting and brings a deep appreciation for authentic and contemporary Italian cooking techniques. What You’ll Do Support daily culinary operations across restaurant and hotel food & beverage outlets Lead, coach, and develop kitchen teams while maintaining a collaborative culture Execute elevated Italian-inspired menus with consistency and attention to detail Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and operational standards Assist with scheduling, labor management, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls Partner with culinary leadership on menu development and seasonal offerings Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, and safety standards Help drive service excellence during high-volume periods and special events What We’re Looking For 3+ years of Sous Chef experience in upscale restaurant or hotel environments Strong foundation in Italian cuisine and scratch cooking techniques Experience leading kitchen teams in fast-paced, service-driven operations Knowledge of purchasing, inventory, labor management, and kitchen systems Ability to mentor cooks and maintain high culinary standards Hotel experience preferred but not required Culinary degree a plus Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $80,000–$85,000 Performance bonus of 10% Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) program Generous paid time off Growth opportunity with a respected hospitality organization If you are ready to bring your Italian culinary expertise into a dynamic luxury hospitality setting, we’d love to connect. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nbutexas