Executive Sous Chef — High-Volume Cantonese Kitchen Leader

Talently; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for a high-end Cantonese restaurant in Westchester County, NY. The role leads the culinary team, drives menu and seasonal offerings, and ensures culinary excellence, consistency, and profitability.

You will manage food and labor costs, oversee ordering and inventory, ensure food safety standards, and collaborate on menu development with the Executive Chef. The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years of progressive leadership in quality-driven, high-volume dining.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including Sous Chef-level responsibilities in high-volume, quality-driven settings.
• Strong operational skills and a passion for exceptional food and hospitality.
• Experience with Cantonese / Chinese cuisine is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily labor and food cost performance within budgetary goals.
• Own and maintain accurate recipe costing to support profitability and margin control.
• Oversee weekly ordering, inventory control, and vendor coordination to minimize waste, spoilage, and shortages.
• Inspect deliveries and ensure only highest-quality product is received; address sub-par product immediately.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and ongoing development of the culinary team.
• Develop and manage weekly kitchen schedules within budgetary guidelines, coordinating with the Executive Chef.
• Manage cooks and porters daily, providing clear direction and maintaining standards.
• Train new hires on kitchen expectations, recipes, quality standards, and presentation for each dish.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal changes, and events; ensure feasibility and execution.
• Conduct line checks during service to ensure DOH compliance and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

Skills

Strong Culinary Leadership

High-Volume Kitchen Operations

Food & Labor Cost Management

Cantonese / Chinese Cuisine Experience

Fine Dining / Chef-Driven Restaurant

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Job description

Talently is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for a high-end Cantonese restaurant in Westchester County, NY. The role leads the culinary team, drives menu and seasonal offerings, and ensures culinary excellence, consistency, and profitability.

You will manage food and labor costs, oversee ordering and inventory, ensure food safety standards, and collaborate on menu development with the Executive Chef. The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years of progressive leadership in quality-driven, high-volume dining.