Lead Sous Chef: High-Volume Kitchen, Training & Bonus

Banners Kitchen & Tap; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance bonus plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental bonding leave

Tuition/certification reimbursement

Discounts at hotels and resorts

Job summary

Banners Kitchen & Tap in Boston, MA, seeks a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in leading a high-volume kitchen and ensuring top-quality meals. You will supervise the culinary team, help hire and train staff, and manage costs while maintaining rigorous safety and sanitation standards.

The role supports menu development and recipe execution, with a focus on teamwork and consistent performance across shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation.
• Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and precise recipe adherence with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge of best practices for menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation.
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe.
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, adherence to recipe standards, and high-quality food preparation.
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members, while creating a cohesive work environment.
• Support food and labor cost management, oversee inventory control, and manage ordering and receiving processes.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume cooking

Team coaching

Food safety

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Banners Kitchen & Tap in Boston, MA, seeks a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in leading a high-volume kitchen and ensuring top-quality meals. You will supervise the culinary team, help hire and train staff, and manage costs while maintaining rigorous safety and sanitation standards.

The role supports menu development and recipe execution, with a focus on teamwork and consistent performance across shifts.