Sous Chef

El Barco Martha's Vineyard; Vineyard Haven (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

El Barco - Martha's Vineyard is seeking a strong, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen through a high-volume, fast-paced season on Martha's Vineyard. This role focuses on organization, standards, and team development, supporting the Executive Chef daily.

You will lead the line during service, maintain quality and presentation, manage prep, ordering, inventory, and food cost controls, and train line cooks while ensuring cleanliness and food safety. Health benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Lead Line Cook ready to step up.
• Leadership presence and ability to command a busy service.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• High standards and attention to detail.
• Ability to stay composed under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Lead and motivate the line during service.
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation standards.
• Manage prep, ordering, inventory, and food cost controls.
• Train and mentor line cooks.
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance.

Skills

Lead Line Cook Experience

Sous Chef Experience

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Calm Under Pressure

Job description

El Barco - Martha's Vineyard

Now Hiring: Sous Chef

El Barco is seeking a strong, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen through a high-volume, fast-paced season on Martha's Vineyard. This is a key leadership role for someone who thrives on organization, standards, and team development.

What You'll Do:

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Lead and motivate the line during service
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation standards
• Manage prep, ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
• Train and mentor line cooks
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Lead Line Cook ready to step up
• Leadership presence and ability to command a busy service
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• High standards and attention to detail
• Ability to stay composed under pressure

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Opportunity to work with a talented, professional team
• Growth potential within a respected seasonal operation
• Health benefits

Join us for a season that's as rewarding as it is intense.