Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Grow Fast, Earn Tips

Dig Inn; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Tips included

Paid time off

401(k) program

Parental leave

Holidays off

Job summary

Dig Inn is seeking a Sous Chef to support restaurant leaders in a scratch-based kitchen. You will mentor Chef-in-Training, train staff across stations, manage prep and inventory, and ensure timely, quality service.

You will lead during peak service, handle guest concerns, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced environment. You will also participate in shift management, learn ordering systems, and support ongoing culinary excellence while growing with the DIG brand.

Qualifications

• 1+ year leadership experience in a culinary environment.
• Food Safety Certification.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Eye for detail and problem-solving.
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and pitch in wherever necessary.
• Growth mindset and desire to develop in our brigade.

Responsibilities

• Elevate and motivate Chef’s-in-Training.
• Train teammates on each station and prep procedures.
• Master all stations by executing seasonal menu recipes.
• Manage prep lists, waste logs and inventory.
• Learn restaurant ordering systems to maintain pars and stock.
• Lead shift management and deploy tasks effectively.
• Open/close the restaurant with checklists and clear communication.
• Contribute to team building and provide feedback to CITs.
• Operate expeditor/computer station for order accuracy.
• Troubleshoot guest concerns and equipment maintenance.
• Uphold food safety standards and anti-discrimination policies.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Certification

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Dig Inn is seeking a Sous Chef to support restaurant leaders in a scratch-based kitchen. You will mentor Chef-in-Training, train staff across stations, manage prep and inventory, and ensure timely, quality service.

You will lead during peak service, handle guest concerns, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced environment. You will also participate in shift management, learn ordering systems, and support ongoing culinary excellence while growing with the DIG brand.