Fine Dining Sous Chef JN -082026-180333

Goodwin Recruiting; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit package

2 weeks paid time off

Dining discounts

Opportunity for growth within a chef-‑

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to join a renowned fine dining restaurant’s leadership team. You will supervise daily kitchen operations, uphold top culinary standards, and ensure flawless service. The role blends line leadership with inventory control and cost management, requiring a positive, mentoring approach.

Ideal candidates have a solid background in fine dining, strong communication skills, and a calm, proactive leadership style suitable for a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of kitchen management experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a fine dining kitchen.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor cooks in a positive, professional manner.
• Experience with ordering, receiving, inventory management, and maintaining food costs.
• Ability to confidently work a station during service while leading the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and maintain high culinary standards.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff to ensure consistency and hospitality.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and manage inventory and costs.

Skills

Kitchen management

Line leadership

Inventory management

Food cost control

Communication

Mentoring

Training

Job description

A well-established fine dining restaurant is seeking a Sous Chef to join its culinary leadership team. We are looking for a hands-on chef who leads with positivity, communicates effectively, and enjoys mentoring and developing. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the Sous Chef will oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain exceptional culinary standards, and ensure every service is executed with consistency and excellence. This role is ideal for a chef who is equally comfortable leading from the line as they are managing inventory and controlling costs.

Sous Chef Benefits & Compensation

• Benefit package
• 2 weeks paid time off
• Dining discounts
• Opportunity for growth within a chef-driven restaurant

Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of kitchen management experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a fine dining kitchen
• Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor cooks in a positive, professional manner
• Experience with ordering, receiving, inventory management, and maintaining food costs
• Ability to confidently work a station during service while leading the kitchen
• Strong knowledge of prep, mise en place, station management, and execution of recipes to the highest standards
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Reliable, professional, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Sous Chef Preferred Background & Skills

• Familiarity with Italian cuisine preferred, but not required
• Fine dining experience required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to keep kitchen operations running efficiently
• Experience leading service in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to consistency, quality, and hospitality
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while fostering a collaborative, positive kitchen culture

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Salary: $60,000 - $60,000