Maple & Ash Boston - Sous Chef

Paycom; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Hospitality Group is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to support the Executive Chef in a fast-paced, high-end kitchen environment. You will oversee the line, ensure quality and timely service, and drive consistent results across all service periods.

Ideal candidates bring extensive restaurant management experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to cleanliness, safety, and teamwork. This role requires a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays, with

Qualifications

• High-end restaurant experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Maintain high level of cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Lead a team and follow directions under pressure.
• Must take pride in appearance and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen line and ensure timely, high-quality execution.
• Expedite orders to maintain taste and presentation standards.
• Monitor and contribute to food and labor cost control.
• Purchase, prep, and inventory management.
• Create menu specials as directed by Executive Chef.
• Schedule and train staff to build a strong kitchen team.
• Maintain sanitation standards and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate with staff, guests, and departments.
• Report operational wins/losses to senior chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

High-pressure

Appearance pride

Culinary management

Flexibility

Job description

Join Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations.We believe success hinges on impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. As we expand across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, Santa Barbara, Miami, Boston and New York you'll find endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education.Our culture is built on four core principles:Generosity: Always give more, exceed expectations.Excellence: Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise.Fun: Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey.Fail Fast: Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.What You Will DoThis position is responsible for providing supportive leadership to kitchen staff throughout food service. Assisting the Executive Chef in monitoring kitchen activities, expediting orders to ensure quality taste or presentation, and taking on additional responsibilities to keep the kitchen department functioning properly.Accomplish company goals by owning assigned tasks and exploring opportunities to add value to the positionOversee the line and ensure the execution of exceptional food in a timely mannerResponsible for daily line checks to continually drive consistency in recipe standardsCollaborate with the Executive Chef, CDC, and Exe Sous Chef to maintain corporate-mandated food and labor costs.Oversee and participate in daily food purchasing and prep productionMaintain proper inventory practices and reportingCreate menu specials, as requested by the Executive ChefSchedule and manage staff to build a strong kitchen and dish teamRecruit exceptional hourly staff members and ensure they’re properly trained to execute their job dutiesActively prepare for and participate in manager meetingsMaintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing sanitation standards, complying with health and legal regulations, and maintaining security systems.Communicate effectively and genuinely with staff members, guests, and all departmentsMaintain a friendly, caring and professional demeanor at all times in a fast-paced environmentRespond quickly to guest and staff complaints and requests in a friendly and professional mannerReport to the Executive Chef, CDC, and Executive Sous Chef on operational wins, losses and areas in need of improvement.Perform minor accounting dutiesAny other duties assignedWho We Are Looking ForHigh-end level restaurant experiences is a mustStrong written and verbal communication skillsMust maintain a high level of cleanliness and be aware of all food safety standardsAbility to lead a team and follow instructionsAbility to work in high-pressure situations.Must have personal pride in appearance.Exceptional problem-solving abilities.Must be detail-oriented.This role requires2+ years of higher management culinary experienceMust have a flexible schedule including the ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidaysComplete position requirements in a fast-paced environmentThis job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.