Lead Sous Chef — Create World-Class Dining & Develop Team

RH; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to lead our culinary team within our design galleries. You will work with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and support recruitment and administrative duties.

This role emphasizes delivering world-class guest experiences while upholding RH’s standards. You will help shape the kitchen's strategic direction, manage inventory and costs, and drive safety and quality across all hospitality areas as part of the

Qualifications

• 3+ years Sous Chef experience in high-volume, full-service restaurant or culinary program curriculum.
• Proven ability to manage labor and food costs, inventory controls, and resource planning.
• Expertise in knife techniques and high-level cooking standards.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members with training and coaching to uphold RH culinary standards.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on hiring, onboarding, and building a high-performing team.
• Support inventory controls, labor and food cost reporting aligned with business goals.
• Maintain safety, quality, and sanitation standards across kitchen operations.
• Oversee service execution, conduct line checks, expedite, and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Document updates to improve performance and operational excellence.
• Fill leadership gaps in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Budget control

Inventory management

Excel

Foodager

High-volume service

Independent decision making

Team development

Education

Culinary program

3+ years Sous Chef

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RH is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sous Chef to lead our culinary team within our design galleries. You will work with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor staff, and support recruitment and administrative duties.

This role emphasizes delivering world-class guest experiences while upholding RH’s standards. You will help shape the kitchen's strategic direction, manage inventory and costs, and drive safety and quality across all hospitality areas as part of the