Elite Sous Chef - Lead Fine-Dining Kitchen

Morton's The Steakhouse; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts

Health plans

Dental Vision

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Monthly bonus potential

Job summary

Morton's The Steakhouse in Hackensack, NJ is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our award-winning team. We are renowned for USDA Prime-aged steaks, seafood, and an elevated dining experience in a vibrant Bar 12-21 setting.

This role offers a hands-on leadership opportunity to develop high-performing teams, deliver exceptional food quality, and contribute to a premier steakhouse brand committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary management in an upscale/fine dining environment.
• Strong back-of-house operations knowledge including staff supervision and cost controls.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Stable, progressive work history with a strong work ethic.
• Culinary program degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor back-of-house team in a fine dining setting.
• Assist Executive Chef with kitchen operations, training, and follow-up.
• Help manage labor, food, and other cost centers through planning and execution.
• Oversee weekly and monthly inventories and ordering of supplies.
• Maintain sanitation and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Culinary management

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Cost control

Education

Accredited culinary program

Job description

Morton's The Steakhouse in Hackensack, NJ is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our award-winning team. We are renowned for USDA Prime-aged steaks, seafood, and an elevated dining experience in a vibrant Bar 12-21 setting.

This role offers a hands-on leadership opportunity to develop high-performing teams, deliver exceptional food quality, and contribute to a premier steakhouse brand committed to excellence.