Senior Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Menu Development

emergemarket.com; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

EAP access

Restaurant dining discounts

Job summary

City Works - Watertown is seeking a Sous Chef to join our high-energy kitchen in Watertown, MA. The role is second in command, supporting the Executive Chef in implementing culinary standards and leading the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The successful candidate will bring 3+ years of Sous Chef experience, strong kitchen leadership, and a solid understanding of sanitation and safety practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Sous Chef.
• Understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Excellent record of kitchen and staff management.
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus.
• Produce high quality plates both in design and taste.
• Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our standards of quality.
• Fill in for the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary.
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation.
• Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff’s performance.
• Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately.
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Kitchen management

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Staff training

POS & restaurant software

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS

Job description

City Works - Watertown is seeking a Sous Chef to join our high-energy kitchen in Watertown, MA. The role is second in command, supporting the Executive Chef in implementing culinary standards and leading the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The successful candidate will bring 3+ years of Sous Chef experience, strong kitchen leadership, and a solid understanding of sanitation and safety practices.