Sous Chef

Nautilus; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Monthly parking stipend

Job summary

Nautilus Pier 4, a critically acclaimed restaurant in Boston’s Seaport, is seeking a Sous Chef to help lead its culinary team. Our menu is rooted in bold, globally influenced flavors, seasonality and executed with precision and passion through scratch cooking and thoughtful technique.

We’re looking for a chef who leads by example — someone who can balance creativity with consistency, and ambition with humility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional cooking experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead with clarity.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to inspire a team.
• Deep respect for scratch cooking and global cuisine.
• Professionalism under pressure and organized kitchen discipline.

Responsibilities

• Help lead the culinary team and ensure high-quality execution.
• Balance creativity with consistency in daily prep and service.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Team motivation

Attention to cleanliness

Job description

Sous Chef – Nautilus Pier 4, Boston Seaport

Location: Seaport District, Boston, MA

Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits: Health insurance, monthly parking stipend

Schedule: Full-Time

A globally inspired kitchen. A leadership role with impact.

Nautilus Pier 4, a critically acclaimed restaurant in Boston’s Seaport, is seeking a Sous Chef to help lead its culinary team. Our menu is rooted in bold, globally influenced flavors, seasonality and executed with precision and passion through scratch cooking and thoughtful technique.

We’re looking for a chef who leads by example — someone who can balance creativity with consistency, and ambition with humility. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and ready to step into a leadership role in one of Boston’s most respected kitchens, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of professional cooking experience, with time in leadership roles
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead with clarity and confidence
• A collaborative mindset — you take direction well, and know how to inspire a team
• Deep respect for scratch cooking, global cuisine, and refined execution
• Professionalism under pressure, and pride in a clean, organized kitchen

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: $75,000–$85,000, based on experience
• Health insurance package
• A chance to grow with an ambitious, chef-driven restaurant group
• A supportive environment where great cooking and great people come together