Restaurant Sous Chef

Boqueria Restaurant Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Full- and part-time

Benefits package

Paid time off

Discounted meals

Job summary

Boqueria Restaurant Group in Boston is seeking a talented Sous Chef to lead our back-of-house team with passion and precision. The role emphasizes mentorship, overhead control, and delivering high-quality Spanish tapas in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage food and labor costs, ensure strict DOH compliance, and coach cooks to execute menu items to the highest standards. Competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a BOH team in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to manage food and labor costs.
• Ensure Department of Health standards are followed.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge.
• Thorough knowledge of safe food handling.
• Understand financial implications of operational decisions.
• Able to order products and schedule labor within budget.
• Lead and develop a strong BOH team.
• Basic computer and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Effective communication and a good sense of humor.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-functioning BOH team.
• Balance food and labor costs to maximize profitability.
• Ensure consistent compliance with DOH standards.
• Execute menu items to the highest standards.
• Oversee ordering and scheduling within budget.
• Coach and teach team members.
• Communicate clearly with front-of-house and peers.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Food safety

Menu planning

Culinary skills

Communication

Team coordination

18+ years old

Humor

Organizational skills

Job description

Are you a talented Sous Chef looking for a new opportunity with a great company culture? Are you an enthusiastic team player and eager to learn new things? Do you always sweat the details and strive for excellence? Are you a natural-born leader who loves teaching and coaching members of their team?

• Join our team and get rewarded! A sign-on bonus may be available for qualified candidates.

What We're Looking For

• Excited to lead a high-functioning BOH team
• Ability to manage food and labor costs to maximize profitability
• Can ensure DOH standards are always followed
• Culinary skills and knowledge necessary to execute to the highest standards
• Thorough knowledge of food handling practices.
• Understanding of financial implications of operational decisions
• Ability to order products and schedule labor within budget
• Ability to form and lead a strong BOH team
• Basic computer and written communication skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize and anticipate
• Effective communication skills
• A good sense of humor
• Must be at least 18 years old

What We Offer Our Team

• Work with great people who love hospitality
• Competitive salary based on experience paid weekly
• Flexible scheduling
• Full- and part-time availability
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and supplemental options
• Paid time off and Discounted Meals
• A strong company culture with high standards
• Be part of growing an upscale restaurant group

Boqueria® Restaurant

25 Thomson Place, Suite #105, Boston, MA 02210

Boqueria® Restaurant

Everyone in the industry knows that a restaurant is only as strong as its kitchen team. And at Boqueria®, we know that having a driven, passionate, and consistent Sous Chef is integral to the success of our kitchens.

Boqueria® is one of the leading Spanish tapas restaurant groups on the East Coast, with 8 locations spread throughout NYC, DC, Chicago, and Nashville, and an 9th to open in Boston in Spring 2023. Boqueria is a lively tapas bar, inspired by the buzzy atmosphere and great food of the Barcelona "Kioskos" surrounding the renowned food market "El Mercado de la Boqueria".

At Boqueria®, the open kitchens turn out tempting versions of classic Spanish tapas and small plates inspired by the season's best products. Designed for easy sharing, Boqueria® has become a go-to destination for friends, family and co-workers to connect over the sharing spirit of tapas and Spanish food.

How We're Committed To Your Safety

Your health and wellbeing are always our top priority. Boqueria® has partnered with Zedic® to guide our managers and team in managing COVID-19 risks.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not base our employment decisions on an applicant's race, sex, sexual orientation, age, color, national origin, citizenship, disability, handicap, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by local, state, or federal law.