Sous Chef at Castle Hill Inn (71666)

Newport Restaurant Group; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401k with match

Dining discounts at locations

Employee ownership opportunities

HRA options

Job summary

Castle Hill Inn in Newport, RI, seeks a Sous Chef to join Newport Restaurant Group and lead daily kitchen operations at a premier coastal property.

You will oversee prep, quality checks, and staff development while collaborating with a high-end culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a full-service establishment.

Responsibilities

• Daily management of kitchen operations and coordination of all kitchen activities including private dining.
• Daily monitoring of prep production and quality checks of mise en place prior to service.
• Oversee staff to ensure quality guest experience.
• Develop and advance BOH employees and kitchen supervisory positions.
• Assist with inventory and purchasing/storage.
• Produce daily specials.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Castle Hill Inn - Newport, RI 02840

Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00

Position: Sous Chef

About the Position

Castle Hill Inn is looking for a Sous Chef to join the team.

Nestled on 40 acres overlooking the southwestern corner of Narragansett Bay, Castle Hill Inn – a Relais & Chateaux hotel – is a coastal haven where guests come to relax and rejuvenate against a spectacular New England backdrop, a location that is second to none. The property features guest rooms that are perched on the sand dunes of our private beach, a banquet facility, and two restaurants featuring the talents of the culinary team. Castle Hill Inn is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!

About You

You have a passion for cooking, ingredients, and technique. This position is perfect for a motivated individual with management and interpersonal skills.

Essential Duties

• Daily management of kitchen operations and coordination of all kitchen activities including private dining
• Daily monitoring of prep production and quality checks of all mise en place prior to service
• Ensures a quality guest experience through oversight of employees preparing and cooking food
• Ongoing development and of BOH employees and kitchen supervisory positions
• Assist with inventory and purchasing/storage
• Production of daily specials

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation $60,000-$80,000 per year
• Paid time off: sick, holiday, and vacation
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible and Dependent Care spending account options, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Financial & Employee Ownership: 100% company paid LTD, Life & AD&D Insurance, Generous 401k match, Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Employee Perks: NRG Dining Card Program, 35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Discount Programs, Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program, Tenure Program, Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits: Telemedicine access

About Newport Restaurant Group

We are proud to be a 100% Employee‑Owned Company. If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee — you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• A minimum of 2 years of previous experience as a Sous Chef in a full‑service establishment.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships