Sous Chef

TriBeCa Hospitality Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality group as a Sous Chef, contributing to daily kitchen operations and staff management. Oversee food preparation, manage costs, and ensure compliance with health standards while fostering a positive team environment. This role demands strong leadership, a commitment to quality, and extensive culinary experience in upscale settings.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum in upscale, high-volume restaurants.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Good communication skills via email and phone.

Responsibilities

• Manage labor and food costs daily, monitor budgetary goals.
• Assist in staffing, hiring, training, and evaluating team members.
• Prepare weekly schedules within budget and ensure proper coverage.

Skills

Team Management

Communication

Cooking Techniques

Food Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Pay Range

This range is provided by TriBeCa Hospitality Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $78,000.00/yr - $83,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Arrive with a positive attitude, be prepared for your shift, and place personal items in designated areas.
• Check in with teammates and managers at the start and end of shifts.
• Manage labor and food costs daily, monitor budgetary goals, and investigate variances.
• Assist with recipe costing to ensure profitability.
• Complete weekly product orders to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Follow waste tracking systems as directed.
• Inspect food deliveries for quality and reject sub-par products.
• Maintain positive relations with vendors and staff.
• Assist in staffing, hiring, training, and evaluating culinary team members.
• Participate in training front-of-house staff on menu and food knowledge.
• Prepare weekly schedules within budget and ensure proper coverage.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and oversee daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure proper food preparation and presentation.
• Train new hires on kitchen standards and recipes.
• Collaborate on menu development and special events.
• Conduct line checks and ensure compliance with health standards.
• Report maintenance issues and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Review time punches and address clocking issues.
• Maintain flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
• Participate in community events and company social responsibility initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks regularly.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Work under pressure maintaining professionalism.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Good communication skills via email and phone.
• Maintain polished appearance and grooming standards.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and health standards.

Experience & Education

• Minimum 3 years in upscale, high-volume restaurants.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected classes.