Sous Chef

My Tomato Pie Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top pay

Team-oriented culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

My Tomato Pie is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our busy Buffalo kitchen. You will assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, lead staff during peak services, and ensure consistency and quality in every dish.

This role requires flexibility to work Sundays, nights and weekends in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. We offer top pay, team-oriented culture, and growth opportunities within a well-established restaurant.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Italian cuisine experience preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations
• Lead and support kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Ensure consistency and quality in all dishes
• Assist with menu execution, banquets, and catering preparation
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Sous Chef

Location: My Tomato Pie – Buffalo, NY

About Us: My Tomato Pie is a busy, family-owned Italian restaurant known for our scratch-made dishes, banquets, and catering services. We take pride in delivering high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment with a strong team culture.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. This position requires availability on Sundays, as well as nights and weekends.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations
• Lead and support kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Ensure consistency and quality in all dishes
• Assist with menu execution, banquets, and catering preparation
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience
• Experience with Italian cuisine preferred but not required
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and mandatory Sundays

What We Offer:

• Top pay for the right candidate
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Growth potential within a well-established restaurant

Join our team and help us continue to serve exceptional food to our loyal guests!

Company Description

My Tomato Pie is a well-established, family-owned Italian restaurant based in Buffalo, NY. Known for our scratch-made cooking and friendly hospitality, we serve passionate food lovers every night—plus, banquets and catering keep us busy and creative.

At our core, we’re a team of professionals who thrive on delivering high-quality dishes and unforgettable experiences. Our kitchen is fast-paced and dynamic, offering both excitement and opportunity.

We believe strongly in a growth mindset: team members with talent, dedication, and passion can learn, grow, and advance—whether into more senior kitchen roles or event-focused positions.

Why we’re a great place to work:

Fast‐paced & High‐volume: Every shift brings something new—from dinner service to banquet catering

Family atmosphere: We’re small enough that your contributions are noticed—and big enough to support your success

Opportunity: We aim to promote from within and support culinary ambition

Craft & creativity: From scratch sauces to dessert specials, you’ll help shape our menu

Competitive pay: We offer top wages for the right person, especi