Sous Chef / Assistant Chef — Lead Kitchen at Luxury Resort

Encore Boston Harbor; Everett (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA is seeking an Assistant Chef to support culinary management in cost control, inventories, and staff training. You will supervise kitchen production across stations and ensure quality meets outlet standards while complying with health and safety regulations.

The role requires 3+ years as a chef in a full-service restaurant, leadership experience, ServSafe or equivalent certification, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or above.
• Massachusetts Gaming Commission registration or license required.
• ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a chef in a full-service restaurant; 1 year in a leadership role preferred.
• Fluency in English; second language a plus.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen activities to maintain restaurant performance.
• Assist in hiring, performance management, and staff engagement within the department.
• Plan menus and prepare meals for varying group sizes.
• Ensure sanitation and safety standards are followed.
• Coordinate with chefs and cooks to ensure quality and efficiency.

Skills

Fluency in English

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Team management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary arts degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA is seeking an Assistant Chef to support culinary management in cost control, inventories, and staff training. You will supervise kitchen production across stations and ensure quality meets outlet standards while complying with health and safety regulations.

The role requires 3+ years as a chef in a full-service restaurant, leadership experience, ServSafe or equivalent certification, and fluency in English.