Executive Sous Chef JN -082026-180245

Goodwin Recruiting; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Leadership development and advancement

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume, luxury hotel environment in Boston. The role requires hands-on leadership, team development, and a track record of delivering premier dining across restaurant and banquet functions.

The ideal candidate manages multiple outlets, drives cost controls, and thrives in a fast-paced setting with events and holidays. Willingness to relocate to Boston, MA is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of culinary management in a high-volume, full-service hotel.
• Experience overseeing restaurant and banquet operations.
• Supervising culinary managers and large kitchen teams.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development.
• Financial management: food cost, labor, payroll, budgeting.
• Purchasing, inventory, receiving, and cost controls.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification required.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Union experience preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency and administrative skills.
• Willing to live and work in Boston, MA.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and events.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across multiple venues, including restaurants and banquets.
• Partner with Executive Chef to develop talent and ensure exceptional execution.
• Drive operational excellence and luxury dining standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Financial acumen

High-volume operations

Menu development

Multi-outlet oversight

Education

Culinary degree

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Our client is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to help lead the culinary operations of one of the country's most iconic Boston hotels. This is an exceptional opportunity for a hands‑on culinary leader who thrives in a high‑volume environment, excels at developing teams, and is passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences across both restaurant and banquet operations.

Executive Sous Chef Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to work within a nationally recognized luxury hospitality organization
• Collaborative executive culinary leadership team
• Exposure to large-scale banquets, luxury dining, and high-profile events

Executive Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume, full-service hotel
• Experience overseeing both restaurant and banquet culinary operations
• Previous experience supervising culinary managers and large kitchen teams
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills
• Strong financial acumen including food cost, labor management, payroll, and budgeting
• Strong knowledge of purchasing, inventory, receiving, and cost controls
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification required
• Culinary degree preferred
• Union experience preferred
• Strong computer proficiency and administrative skills
• Willing to live and work in Boston, MA.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events

Executive Sous Chef Preferred Background & Skills

• Luxury hotel or Four/Five Diamond culinary experience
• Multi-outlet culinary leadership
• High-volume banquet production
• Fine dining restaurant experience
• Menu development and seasonal programming
• Strong P&L and financial management experience

  Additional Information

  This is a highly visible culinary leadership role partnering directly with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, develop culinary talent, and ensure exceptional execution across multiple restaurants, banquet venues, and hotel events. The ideal candidate combines operational excellence, financial discipline, and a passion for mentoring others while maintaining the highest luxury hospitality standards.

  $85,000 - $110,000