Sous Chef Lead - Growth, Flexible Hours + Tips

DIG INN Restaurant Teams; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Tips eligible

Paid Time Off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

DIG lunch

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams in New York is seeking a Sous Chef to support our Restaurant Leaders and drive culinary excellence in our scratch-based kitchen. You will master every DIG station, execute recipes and train teammates to elevate service during peak hours.

You will lead shifts, manage prep and inventory, and mentor Chefs-in-Training. The role is hourly with pay between $18-$21 per hour plus $2-$3 per hour in tips and additional benefits; opportunities for growth and a dynamic team

Qualifications

• 1+ year leadership experience in a culinary environment.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds).
• Food Safety Certification.
• Desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
• Eye for detail and solving challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and pitch in.
• Desire for growth in our brigade.

Responsibilities

• Elevate and motivate Chef’s-in-Training by modeling culinary expertise and hospitality.
• Train teammates on each station with station diagrams and prep procedures.
• Execute seasonal menu offerings consistently across stations.
• Manage prep lists, waste logs and inventory with the Chef de Cuisine.
• Learn restaurant ordering systems to support pars for service.
• Lead shift management with delegated tasks and schedule adherence.
• Open/close the restaurant using checklists and cross-team communication.
• Participate in team-building and preshift activities.
• Operate expeditor/computer station for order accuracy and timing.
• Troubleshoot guest concerns, digital ordering, and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Physical ability

Food Safety Certification

Growth mindset

Attention to detail

Communication

Team player

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams in New York is seeking a Sous Chef to support our Restaurant Leaders and drive culinary excellence in our scratch-based kitchen. You will master every DIG station, execute recipes and train teammates to elevate service during peak hours.

You will lead shifts, manage prep and inventory, and mentor Chefs-in-Training. The role is hourly with pay between $18-$21 per hour plus $2-$3 per hour in tips and additional benefits; opportunities for growth and a dynamic team