Sous Chef

Jfrestaurants; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality group's culinary team as a Sous Chef in Boston. This hands-on leadership role involves overseeing kitchen operations, managing food production, and menu development, with a focus on staff training and high standards in food quality. The ideal candidate is passionate about excellence and possesses strong leadership skills, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Transit Benefits

401K

Dining perks across all restaurants properties

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food production, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Train and supervise line cooks, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Ensure all Department of Health (DOH) standards are maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Cost Control

Menu Development

Education

NYC Food Protection Certification

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team as a Sous Chef!

Well-established hospitality group is seeking aSous Chefto join our culinary team in Boston!This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring efficient food production. The ideal candidate is a strong team leader with a passion for excellence and a keen eye for cost control, menu development, and staffdevelopment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Food & Labor Cost Management
• Oversee daily food production, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Manage ordering of dry goods, produce, meat, and seafood.
• Monitor waste logs and implement cost-control measures.
• Adjust staffing levels based on business demands and reconcile payroll.
• Menu Development & Execution
• Participate in menu standardization.
• Train BOH teams on menu updates and execution.
• Maintain updated mise en place and ensure seamless service.
• Team Leadership & Staff Development
• Train and supervise line cooks, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Lead daily BOH line-ups.
• Compliance & Kitchen Maintenance
• Ensure all Department of Health (DOH) standards and HACCP logs are maintained.
• Communicate maintenance needs promptly.
• Service & Operations
• Provide kitchen pass coverage for approximately five shifts per week.
• Support multiple outlets, including a restaurant, bar, commissary, room service, and events.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• NYC Food Protection Certification required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

This is a great opportunity for a driven culinary professional to take the next step in their career. If you are passionate about food, hospitality, and team development, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Salary - $65,000 – $75,000 (based on experience)
• PTO package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Transit Benefits
• 401K
• Dining perks across all Restaurants properties
• Opportunities for professional development

John Fraser Restaurantsis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.