Sous Chef - Farm-to-Table, Michelin-Led Fine Dining

JF Restaurants; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Dining privileges across JFRestaurants

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

North Fork Table & Inn in Southold, NY, part of JF Restaurants, seeks a Sous Chef to lead a high-caliber kitchen under Michelin-star guidance. You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional food quality and service across high-volume service and special events.

The role emphasizes seasonal, ingredient-driven menus, cost controls, and strong collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine and Corporate Chef team to uphold the farm-to-table philosophy.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of culinary leadership experience in upscale, luxury, or fine dining.
• Passion for seasonal, locally sourced cuisine and exceptional hospitality.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with purchasing, inventory, food cost, and labor management.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and Department of Health regulations.
• Current Certified Food Protection Manager certification or the ability to obtain certification as required.
• Collaborative mindset with a desire to grow within an award-winning hospitality organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operation of the kitchen, ensuring excellence in food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution.
• Lead and supervise culinary team members during prep and service while maintaining a strong presence on the line.
• Train, coach, and mentor cooks, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Assist with purchasing, receiving, inventory management, ordering, and food cost controls.
• Help monitor labor costs by supporting scheduling and staffing based on business levels.
• Partner with the Chef de Cuisine and Corporate Chef team on seasonal menu development, recipe testing, standardization, and implementation.
• Ensure recipes, prep lists, and operational standards are consistently followed.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, food safety, and Department of Health compliance.
• Complete HACCP documentation and ensure all food is handled, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
• Communicate effectively with Front of House leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Step into leadership responsibilities as needed to support all meal periods, special events, and business demands.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team mentorship

Food cost & labor management

Inventory management

HACCP knowledge

Communication

Education

Certified Food Protection Manager certification

Job description

North Fork Table & Inn in Southold, NY, part of JF Restaurants, seeks a Sous Chef to lead a high-caliber kitchen under Michelin-star guidance. You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional food quality and service across high-volume service and special events.

The role emphasizes seasonal, ingredient-driven menus, cost controls, and strong collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine and Corporate Chef team to uphold the farm-to-table philosophy.