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Sous Chef

Location: New York New York

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

Posted Date: 01.05.2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Job ID: 53319979

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Job Description

Sous Chef

Location: New York, NY

Overview
This kitchen leadership role supports the Executive Chef in delivering an elevated dining experience that aligns with a luxury cinema environment. The position plays a key role in maintaining culinary excellence, operational efficiency, and team development while ensuring consistency, quality, and creativity across all food offerings.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
Lead, train, and mentor culinary team members to uphold brand standards and service expectations
Assist with menu execution, recipe adherence, and seasonal or promotional offerings
Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating during service periods
Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
Monitor inventory levels, assist with ordering, and help control food and labor costs
Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service execution
Step into a leadership role during service to manage workflow, timing, and quality control
Assist with scheduling, onboarding, and performance coaching of kitchen staff

Qualifications

Proven experience in a high-volume or upscale dining kitchen
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
Solid knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen operations
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

What We Offer