Senior Sous Chef — Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Talent

RH (Restoration Hardware); New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RH Hospitality seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead our culinary team and partner with the Executive Chef on daily operations, recruitment, and cost control. You will drive high-quality guest experiences while maintaining RH standards across a fast-paced, luxury restaurant environment.

As part of the Property Leadership Team, you will oversee training, line execution, and safety practices, ensuring seamless service, strong teamwork, and ongoing operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant or equivalent.
• Experience managing labor and food costs, inventory controls, and resource planning.
• Proficiency with Excel and Foodager or similar inventory system and professional communication via email.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop kitchen Team Members with training and coaching to uphold RH standards.
• Partner with Executive Chef on strategic kitchen direction, recruitment, onboarding, and building a high-performing team.
• Support inventory controls, labor and food cost reporting, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost management

Inventory management

Advanced culinary techniques

Autonomous decision making

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Education

Culinary program curriculum

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Foodager

Email communication

Job description

RH Hospitality seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead our culinary team and partner with the Executive Chef on daily operations, recruitment, and cost control. You will drive high-quality guest experiences while maintaining RH standards across a fast-paced, luxury restaurant environment.

As part of the Property Leadership Team, you will oversee training, line execution, and safety practices, ensuring seamless service, strong teamwork, and ongoing operational excellence.