Sous Chef

Ridgemont Hospitality; Montclair (NJ); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive Salary + Performance-Based

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Work with Morimoto brand

Career advancement opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Ridgemont Hospitality invites a driven Sous Chef to join the MM by Morimoto opening team in Montclair, NJ. You will support the Executive Chef, help manage daily prep and service, and mentor line cooks, upholding Morimoto’s culinary vision across sushi and steak stations.

You will lead a kitchen team, ensure food quality, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards while collaborating with front-of-house to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Qualificações

• 2+ years as a Sous Chef or strong leadership kitchen experience.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine is a plus.
• Solid BOH operations knowledge and culinary practices.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and communicate clearly.
• Strong kitchen organization, prep, line management, and sanitation.

Responsabilidades

• Support and enforce culinary standards set forth by Chef Morimoto.
• Supervise and guide kitchen team during service and prep.
• Ensure food prepared and presented per recipes and quality standards.
• Uphold health and safety protocols.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Lead by example in professionalism, cleanliness, and culinary precision.
• Collaborate with FOH for seamless guest experiences.
• Train, coach, and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Conhecimentos

Sous Chef leadership

ServSafe

Japanese cuisine

BOH operations

Team leadership

Kitchen organization

Reliability

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto is now hiring a Sous Chef for the highly anticipated opening of MM by Morimoto, his newest culinary destination in Montclair, NJ. This refined concept will showcase ChefMorimoto’s signature Japanese cuisine through a world-class sushi program and an innovative take onmodern steakhouse fare. We’re seeking a driven and talented Sous Chef to help support kitchenoperations and uphold an exceptional dining experience.

About MM by Morimoto & Chef Masaharu Morimoto

Chef Masaharu Morimoto is internationally celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to modernJapanese cuisine. MM by Morimoto reflects his visionary approach, merging traditional technique withcontemporary flair. With a dual focus on sushi and steak, this new restaurant will offer guests a high-enddining experience with the excellence expected from the Morimoto brand.

Position Overview

As Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations while executing Chef Morimoto’s culinary vision. You’ll help manage daily prep and service, mentor line cooks, maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization, and ensure food quality and consistency across all stations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and enforce the culinary standards set forth by Chef Morimoto.
• Supervise and guide the kitchen team during service and prep.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to recipes and quality standards.
• Uphold DOH and company safety protocols.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
• Lead by example in professionalism, cleanliness, and culinary precision.
• Collaborate with FOH to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Train, coach, and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years as a Sous Chef or strong experience in a leadership kitchen role.
• ServSafe Certification.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine is a plus but not required.
• Solid understanding of BOH operations and culinary best practices.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and communicate clearly with team members.
• Proficient in kitchen organization, prep, line management, and sanitation standards.
• Reliable, flexible, and calm under pressure.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Performance-Based Bonus
• Health Benefits & Paid Time Off
• Work directly with a globally recognized culinary brand
• Opportunities for career advancement within the Morimoto family of restaurants