Sous Chef

Sunday Hospitality; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team at Hotel Chelsea. This role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality standards, and developing kitchen talent. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a Culinary Arts Degree. The position offers a competitive salary, PTO, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

PTO

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in high-volume restaurant kitchen.
• NYC Food Protection Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with CDC and kitchen staff to ensure food standards are met.
• Leads the kitchen team through service, showcasing strong leadership.
• Organizes kitchen space and enforces standards with the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

***Please attach a PDF of your current resume to be considered for this role***


Hotel Chelsea is now hiring Sous Chefs for ourall day french american restaurant at the Hotel Chelsea. We are looking for experienced hospitality professionals to join our management team in leading and inspiring our hourly team members. You will need to work together with the other Sous Chefs in upholding our standards in food and workplace culture. You will assist in managing daily kitchen operations, prep, cleanliness, organization, service, and all other items the Chef requires. We are currently focused on candidates wtih full-time availability.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, alongside PTO, a 401(k) and a complete medical, dental, and vision insurance package.

About This Role

The Sous Chef serves as a leader in ensuring that the culinary and operating standards of Sunday Hospitality are met. In the absence of the CDC the Sous Chef is responsible for upholding the highest quality standards by being well versed in the recipes, plate, and product specifications and cooking techniques of the menu. They need to be familiar with and drive sanitation regulations, as well as showcase those standards within the operation.

Specific job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Works closely with CDC and kitchen staff to ensure food standards are met
• Alongside the executive chef, leads the kitchen team through service, showcasing strong leadership
• Executes food, beverage, service, and hospitality service that aligns with SHG brand
• Methodically approaches food production and quality standards with a keen eye to detail
• Organizes kitchen space and enforces the same standards with the kitchen team
• Assist in the identification and hire of great kitchen talent, develops them into great SHG leaders
• Participates in interviews for hourly kitchen employees
• Ensures that operational and training standards are consistently followed and executed
• Effectively leads by demonstrating a professional approach with coworkers through great leadership skills, ethics, and team development

What You Bring

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in high-volume restaurant kitchen
• Culinary Arts Degree preferred
• NYC Food Protection Certificate (Food Handler’s) required
• Analytical and organizational skills; the ability to define and solve a variety of changing situations under stress
• Knowledge and skills in analyzing profit and loss statements and overall financial performance
• Proficiency in a variety of technological systems, including Microsoft Office Suite as well as various HRIS systems
• Flexible work schedules: the ability to work night, weekends, holidays, as business permits
• The ability to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects, up to 50lbs
• Kneel, bend, or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; be on feet for extended periods of time

SHG Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.