Lead Sous Chef – Grow, Train & Elevate Our Kitchen

DIG INN Support; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities in a team setting

Competitive pay plus tips

Paid Time Off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Free DIG lunch daily

Commuter benefits

Job summary

DIG INN Support is seeking a Sous Chef to support our Restaurant Leaders and drive culinary excellence in a scratch-based kitchen. You will lead by example, train teams on every station, and ensure consistent execution of recipes and standards.

You will manage prep, inventory, and ordering systems, and help maintain a high standard of food safety. This hourly role offers growth and the chance to be part of a dynamic, inclusive kitchen team.

Qualifications

• 1+ year leadership experience in a culinary environment.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds).
• Food Safety Certification.
• Desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Elevate and motivate Chef’s-in-Training by modeling culinary expertise, warm hospitality, and a great attitude.
• Train fellow teammates on each station, following station diagrams, pars & station prep to ensure consistency.
• Demonstrate mastery of every station by consistently executing all seasonal menu offerings according to recipes and standards.
• Manage prep lists, waste logs and participate in food inventory with Chef de Cuisine.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Training

Food Safety

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

DIG INN Support is seeking a Sous Chef to support our Restaurant Leaders and drive culinary excellence in a scratch-based kitchen. You will lead by example, train teams on every station, and ensure consistent execution of recipes and standards.

You will manage prep, inventory, and ordering systems, and help maintain a high standard of food safety. This hourly role offers growth and the chance to be part of a dynamic, inclusive kitchen team.