Executive Sous Chef - Lead High-Volume Award-Winning Kitchen

Hawksmoor - NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawksmoor New York is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support our Exec Chef in leading a diverse kitchen team and delivering exceptional food quality

Based in the United Charities Building, this role focuses on menu development, staff leadership, cost control, and maintaining high standards across a high-volume operation. NY experience and a track record of opening restaurants are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience running top kitchens in New York.
• Experience launching/opening restaurants in New York and the US.
• Comfortable with high-volume operations (covers and revenue).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Able to teach, coach, and train FOH and BOH staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality and consistency across services.
• Participate in menu development and tastings.
• Drive efficiency of services and kitchen operations.
• Maintain product and service standards.
• Oversee Health & Safety and equipment maintenance.
• Set example by leading on pass or a section.
• Support senior staff in FOH/BOH functions.
• Assist Exec Chef with kitchen financial performance and GP awareness.
• Ensure appropriate stock levels and optimised ordering.
• Understand and apply Company recipes and systems.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu development

High-volume restaurant experience

Teaching and coaching

Job description

Hawksmoor New York is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to support our Exec Chef in leading a diverse kitchen team and delivering exceptional food quality

Based in the United Charities Building, this role focuses on menu development, staff leadership, cost control, and maintaining high standards across a high-volume operation. NY experience and a track record of opening restaurants are highly valued.