Sous Chef Cornerstone: Bistro & Artisanal Market 1 West Avenue, Wayne, PA (across from the Wayn[...]

Philadelphia Theatre Company; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. This role emphasizes hands-on menu planning, managing line cooks, and ensuring high-quality food preparation in a fast-paced upscale restaurant. With a focus on seasonal flavors and a blend of culinary influences, the restaurant offers a unique dining experience. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, possess strong leadership skills, and demonstrate a commitment to quality and safety. This is an exciting opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the best in the industry.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Consecutive Days Off

Monthly Culinary Stipend

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Two-Week Summer Break

Qualifications

• 4+ years of line cook experience in upscale dining.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage kitchen tasks.
• Food Safety Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage prep lists and food inventory communication.
• Execute menu and ensure restaurant cleanliness.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Line Cook Experience

Menu Planning

Oyster Shucking

Teamwork

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Cornerstone Bistro in Wayne, PA is looking for a Sous Chef

We are seeking a strong, experienced Sous Chef with at least 1 year of experience in an upscale restaurant. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to menu planning, ordering, and managing line cooks/Jr Sous. Oyster shucking experience is required, and there is an opportunity to grow and learn with some of the best in the industry.

We desire a motivated and passionate Sous to join our team.

Requirements include:

• 4+ years of line cook experience in a fast-paced, upscale dining environment
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Willingness to work all stations
• Strong team dynamic and positive attitude during high-pressure situations
• Strong work ethic and dedication to quality
• Ability to perform physical requirements (lift up to 50 lbs)
• Food Safety Certification (preferred)

Key duties:

• Manage prep lists and communicate about food inventory
• Execute the menu properly
• Ensure restaurant cleanliness and proper setup and closing procedures
• Follow health department standards
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, communicating with peers

Our restaurant features high-quality ingredients highlighting seasonal flavors, blending influences from California wine country, coastal New England, and rustic France & Italy. Our menu includes small and large plates, tasting menus, cheese & charcuterie, oysters, fresh pasta, and grilled meats & seafood.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with consecutive days off (Sunday & Monday)
• Closed holidays: Memorial Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's
• $100 monthly stipend for culinary experiences
• $65 gym membership reimbursement and wellness programs
• Health insurance, dental, vision, disability, life insurance
• Two-week summer break in August and one-week break in January

We believe in creating positive human experiences and relationships. As Danny Meyer says, "Business, like life, is all about how you make people feel."