Sous Chef

Confidential; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous relocation package

Job summary

A highly respected restaurant in Rochester, New York is looking for a talented Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations and lead culinary staff. The ideal candidate has proven experience in fine dining, strong culinary techniques, and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers a competitive salary and a generous relocation package for those willing to make Rochester their new culinary home.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading teams in fine dining or upscale environments.
• Strong understanding of advanced culinary techniques.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and foster team culture.
• Passion for culinary learning and development.
• Passion for continued learning and culinary development.
• Willingness to relocate to Rochester, New York.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations.
• Lead and mentor culinary staff to maintain high standards.
• Ensure exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Collaborate on menu execution and culinary innovation.
• Uphold food safety and operational excellence.
• Uphold strict food safety, organization, and operational excellence in the kitchen

Skills

Leadership

Culinary techniques

Team development

High-paced adaptability

Attention to detail

Job description

A unique opportunity is available for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join a highly respected restaurants in Rochester, New York. We are seeking a chef with experience in fine dining, upscale, or chef driven restaurants who brings a deep respect for technique, strong leadership ability, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. This role is ideal for a chef who has led kitchen teams in high standards environments and is eager to continue developing their craft while working alongside a team committed to culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team in overseeing daily kitchen operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop cooks and culinary staff to maintain a high performing kitchen culture
• Ensure exceptional standards of food quality, technique, and presentation
• Maintain consistency and discipline in execution across all dishes and service periods
• Collaborate on menu execution, seasonal offerings, and culinary innovation
• Uphold strict food safety, organization, and operational excellence in the kitchen

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading teams within fine dining or upscale restaurant environments
• Strong understanding of advanced culinary techniques, refined plating, and high-level execution
• Experience managing kitchen staff and fostering a strong team culture
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision and consistency are essential
• Passion for continued learning and culinary development
• Willingness to relocate to Rochester, New York

Successful candidates may come from environments such as:

• High end hotel or luxury dining programs

We offer a highly competitive salary along with a generous relocation package for candidates open to making Rochester, NY their next culinary home.