Executive Sous Chef THE GRILL Full Time / Salary ($85K - $90K)

Major Food Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team at a historic American chophouse in New York. This role involves mastering menu items, overseeing kitchen operations, and mentoring staff to ensure exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on culinary excellence and a commitment to growth, this position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including medical insurance and generous dining allowances. Join a team that values creativity and quality in a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Progressive Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Dining Allowance

Unlimited Referral Program

TransitChek Discount

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management with a focus on fine dining.
• Proven ability to mentor and train kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and manage a team of over 20 chefs.
• Ensure food quality and manage costs from receiving to dining.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Food Costing

Mentoring

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Major Food Group is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to join our team at THE GRILL!

THE GRILL is a historically based American chophouse set in midcentury New York. It takes great inspiration from history; both the time the Seagram Building was built and the restaurants that existed at that time. It is the precursor to the NY Steakhouse, when things were still intricate and elegant. It celebrates all the animals of the land and some of our favorites from the sea. There is extensive table side preparation and service. There is also extensive use of THE GRILL. It is the name of the restaurant, the style of restaurant, and the piece of equipment we use in the kitchen for many of our signature preparations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Display a mastery and working knowledge of all menu items
• Take ownership of costing and food management from receiving to dining room
• Manage and mentor all kitchen employees, including oversight of training, coaching and our Culinary Training Program
• Create and manage schedules and labor controls.
• Oversee a team of over 20 chefs and cooks
• Manage at a high level while maintaining adaptability and flexibility

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of progressive experience in the back of the house.
• 3 Years Fine dining restaurant experience.
• Superior knowledge of back of house administrative duties
• Proven ability in teaching and mentoring kitchen employees
• Outstanding communication and supervisory skills
• Self motivation
• Willingness to learn and grow

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program
• TransitChek Discount

COMPENSATION: $85,000-90,000 annual salary

Equal Employment Opportunity

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.