Sous Chef

Relais & Châteaux; Chatham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

401K - Matching

On Demand Pay

Team member discounts

Job summary

The Chatham Inn, a Relais & Châteaux property on Cape Cod, is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to join a prestigious culinary team. The role focuses on fine dining, banquet service, and restaurant management with strong emphasis on food preparation, kitchen operations, and team leadership.

The Sous Chef will support the Executive Chef, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in fine dining and hospitality management, with a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fine dining establishments, banquet services, or catering environments.
• Supervising experience with leadership in a culinary setting.
• Strong background in food production, kitchen management, and food safety protocols.
• Excellent knowledge of menu planning, inventory management, and food handling procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen activities and operations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Corporate Chef & F&B teams on menu development and standards.
• Lead, train, and motivate a diverse kitchen team to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Fine dining

Banquet service

Kitchen management

Food safety

Menu planning

Inventory control

Leadership

Multitasking

Dietary needs

ServSafe cert

Job description

• Compensation: USD 70000.00 - USD 75000.00 - yearly

Company Description

The Chatham Inn, Cape Cod’s only Relais & Châteaux and Forbes Five-Star hotel, is a luxurious boutique hotel with 18 guest rooms that blends the soul of a historic inn with modern decor and amenities, along with Cuvee, our fine dining restaurant and wine bar. Named as one of the Top 20 Hotels for Best Service in the United States and Top 20 Most Romantic Hotels in the United States, Chatham Inn Relais & Châteaux has been rated the #1 Hotel in Chatham, #1 on Cape Cod, Top 50 Hotels in the United States, one of the Top 1% of all Hotels in the World, and one of only 340 Forbes Five-Star hotels in the world.

Cuvée Bistro at The Chatham Inn is evolving into a relaxed, approachable coastal bistro with Mediterranean and French influences. We are moving away from a traditional fine-dining model toward something more vibrant, welcoming, and community-driven — while maintaining the polish and standards expected of a Relais & Châteaux and Forbes-recognized property.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fine dining, banquet service, and restaurant management, with a strong background in food preparation, kitchen operations, and team leadership. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious establishment known for exceptional cuisine and outstanding service. The Sous Chef will support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen activities, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and efficiency, working closely with our Corporate Chef & F&B teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fine dining establishments, banquet services, or catering environments


• Supervising experience with demonstrated leadership skills in a culinary setting


• Strong background in food production, kitchen management, and food safety protocols


• Excellent knowledge of menu planning, inventory management, and food handling procedures


• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently within a fast-paced environment


• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team


• Culinary experience with proficiency in cooking techniques across various cuisines


• Experience in restaurant or hospitality management preferred


• Knowledge of dietary requirements and accommodations for special diets


• Relevant certifications such as ServSafe or equivalent are highly desirable

Additional Information

At Noble House Hotels & Resorts, our philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all." And neither are our team members. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine, and we like to have fun.

At The Chatham Inn, we are proud to offer our team members the best perks and benefits.

• State Health Insurance; Company Dental and Vision; and 401K - Contribution and Matching


• On Demand Pay- your pay before payday


• Team Member/Family/Friend home and restaurant discounts within Noble House Hotels & Resorts (nationwide)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.