Lead Line Chef | High-Volume Kitchen, Career Growth

by Landmark; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance For Full time Em ploy

Dining Discounts

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

By Landmark’s Felina Restaurant in Ridgewood is seeking a driven Sous Chef to bridge line execution with kitchen leadership. As an entry-level sous, you will learn menu costing, ordering, and team supervision, setting the stage to advance to Head Chef.

You will manage service, assist with inventory and ordering, mentor staff, and uphold health standards while contributing to nightly specials and menu development.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of high-volume, scratch-cooking experience.
• Previous experience as a kitchen shift lead or lead line cook is highly preferred.
• Strong knife skills and understanding of foundational culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the line during peak hours, ensuring consistency, presentation, and timely ticketing.

Skills

Line leadership

High-volume cooking

Knife skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary arts certification/degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

By Landmark’s Felina Restaurant in Ridgewood is seeking a driven Sous Chef to bridge line execution with kitchen leadership. As an entry-level sous, you will learn menu costing, ordering, and team supervision, setting the stage to advance to Head Chef.

You will manage service, assist with inventory and ordering, mentor staff, and uphold health standards while contributing to nightly specials and menu development.