Executive Sous Chef

Launchpad Hospitality LLC; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nami Nori is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for their Montclair location, who will lead kitchen operations with a focus on quality and training staff. Experience in Japanese cuisine is preferred, with a supportive environment for professional growth. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Passion for Japanese cuisine.
• Strong work ethic and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations including staffing and training.
• Ensure top quality in menu offerings and dish preparation.
• Manage inventory and maintain food costs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Nami Nori is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Executive Sous Chef to lead our team at the Montclair location. The ideal candidate is confident, empathetic, enjoys leading and nurturing a team, and has a strong focus on quality. The Executive Sous Chef reports to the Regional Chef de Cuisine.

Experience in Japanese cuisine is a plus but not required; we will train the right candidate.

Nami Nori specializes in open-style sushi hand rolls, with a mission to create a worldwide following for temaki through "omotenashi," the Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We are committed to providing great experiences for both guests and employees.

Our accolades include:

• 70K followers on Instagram
• ★ The New York Times: "Nami Nori Gets Hand Rolls Right, and Other Details Too"
• Michelin Guide: "Nami Nori Brings Creative Hand-Rolled Sushi to NYC's West Village"
• The New Yorker: "Nami Nori’s Hand Rolls Are Worth the Wait"

Benefits include:

• Salary: $75,000-85,000 annually
• 40 hours paid safe and sick time annually
• Additional 40 hours vacation time annually for management
• Medical, dental & vision insurance with employer contribution
• Pre-tax health care/day care spending program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee dining discounts at any Nami Nori location
• Opportunities for professional growth

About You:

• Passion for Japanese cuisine
• Exceptional communication skills
• Natural leadership
• Strong work ethic
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask & problem solve
• Entrepreneurial and results-driven
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• 3+ years of relevant experience

Position Summary:

The Executive Sous Chef oversees kitchen operations, including staffing, training, ensuring top quality in menu offerings, dish preparation and presentation, inventory management, maintaining food costs, and compliance with health standards and regulations.