Lead Sous Chef — Mentor Teams, Elevate the Kitchen

Earls Kitchen + Bar; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Leadership meal budget

Flexible unpaid vacation

Employee discount

Mentorship programs

Career development and advancement

Job summary

Earls Kitchen + Bar is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to inspire, lead, and mentor our kitchen team in Boston. The role emphasizes excellence, growth, and hands-on leadership across daily operations.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of culinary experience and at least 1 year of management experience, with a focus on teamwork and guest satisfaction. We offer mentorship, training programs, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 2 years of culinary experience.
• 1 year of management experience.
• Passion for culinary experiences and teamwork.
• Openness to feedback, coaching and mentorship.
• Food handler certification is a bonus.
• Legally eligible to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations through training and mentoring.
• Manage kitchen operations including food ordering and cost control.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences with strong product knowledge.
• Foster a collaborative, team‑oriented kitchen culture.

Skills

Culinary experience

Management experience

Team leadership

Mentorship

Job description

Earls Kitchen + Bar is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to inspire, lead, and mentor our kitchen team in Boston. The role emphasizes excellence, growth, and hands-on leadership across daily operations.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of culinary experience and at least 1 year of management experience, with a focus on teamwork and guest satisfaction. We offer mentorship, training programs, and opportunities for advancement.