Executive Sous Chef

The Role:

The primary role of the Suos Chef of the restaurant will be to:

-Support and work with the Chef
-Training and managing kitchen personnel and supervising/coordinating all related culinary activities.
-Assist in ordering, receiving, kitchen organization
-Holding all staff accountable to consistent production and efficiencies.
-Know how to work all stations, including Hot / Cold Lines, Prep, etc.
-Ensure all prep is completed properly
-Ensure the kitchen is up to all Health Department and sanitary conditions.
-Assist with prep when needed
-Maintain a clean kitchen and workspace
-Ensure a positive and safe working environment.

We are looking for someone who can lead by example, is passionate about hospitality, and has the ability to manage all aspects of the kitchen.

The space and character of the new restaurant will be cool, downtown, and elegant, with a sophisticated clientele serving French Cuisine that is both accessible and refined.

 

Primary Responsibilities and Goals: 

• Work directly with the Chef and manage the team
• Work busy shifts and be sure your station is set up and broken down properly
• Know and execute all dishes as per the Chef, and collaborate on upcoming dishes
• Ensure Dishes are presented well and consistently, and are in line with expectations
• Take responsibility for your station and the dishes you make

 

Skills and Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred 

• 3+ years of NYC Restaurant experience or 5+ years of Restaurant experience 

• Positive attitude, with the ability to work under pressure while remaining patient and polite and ability to maintain grace and composure during high-volume shifts

• Ability to multitask, and to work on the fly when the situation arises
• You must have a current NYC Food Handler certificate, or must obtain one within a month of hire 
• A love or passion for food, restaurants and dining
• Some working knowledge of Spanish is not required, but would be helpful
• Flexible schedule and weekend (Saturday and Sunday) availability

 

Please read carefully:

We are looking for candidates that are highly interested in hospitality, and have a great sense of pride in providing quality guest experiences as well as being a part of a team of happy and gratified staff. Please tell us a bit more about yourself, in your own words, in a few paragraphs.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.