Sous Chef | Wayland

Menus & Venues; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Discounts across URBN brands

Career development opportunities

Job summary

URBN is seeking a Sous Chef to act as the second in command in a fast-paced, scratch-kitchen environment. You will mentor the BOH team, oversee high-volume service, and ensure culinary excellence across multiple stations while adhering to health and safety standards.

The role requires 2+ years of kitchen management, leadership abilities, and a ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it. A BS in Culinary Science or related certificate is preferred, with physical endurance for long shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in kitchen management in a high-volume, scratch-cooking environment.
• Proficient with industrial kitchen technology and advanced culinary techniques.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and delegate to a large culinary team.
• Strong sense of urgency and resilience under pressure.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or willingness to obtain it.
• BS degree in Culinary Science or related certificate is highly preferred.
• Standing for long hours (up to 10 hours/day) and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor BOH team and ensure culinary consistency.
• Direct high-volume service with speed and precision.
• Execute dishes across Sauté, Grill, and Oven stations.
• Ensure health, safety, sanitation compliance.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on menu design, inventory, and labor scheduling.
• Resolve operational issues with professionalism.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Time management

ServSafe

Education

BS in Culinary Science

Culinary certificate

Job description

We are seeking a professional Sous Chef to be the second in command in our high-volume scratch kitchen. The successful candidate will employ advanced culinary and managerial skills to lead and develop a team of professionals while maintaining our standards of excellence. This is a fast-paced, high-performance role ideal for chefs who thrive on precision, speed, and working across multiple stations.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the BOH team, providing hands-on training to ensure culinary consistency and career advancement.
• Direct high-volume service with precision, prioritizing speed without compromising excellence in plating or taste.
• Masterfully execute dishes across multiple primary stations, including Sauté, Grill, and Oven.
• Ensure strict compliance with health department regulations, food safety protocols, and sanitation standards.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef on menu design, inventory management, and labor scheduling.
• Resourcefully solve operational issues and maintain a positive, professional approach with staff and customers.

Role Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of kitchen management experience in a high-volume, scratch-cooking environment.
• Expert proficiency with industrial kitchen technology and advanced culinary techniques.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and delegate tasks effectively to a large culinary team.
• Strong sense of urgency, excellent time management, and resilience under pressure.
• Active ServSafe Manager Certification or willingness to take the course
• BS degree in Culinary Science or related certificate is highly preferred.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and be in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours per day)
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

The Perks

Why Work With Us?

• Work in beautiful, creative settings rooted in craftsmanship and supported by a collaborative, hospitality-focused team culture
• Become part of the URBN family (Terrain, Anthropologie, Free People, Urban Outfitters) with opportunities for growth, cross-training, and advancement
• Enjoy employee perks , discounts & benefits across all URBN brands

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees enjoy access to URBN’s competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with retirement savings plans
• Learn more: urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

Pay Range

Starting from USD $65,000.00/Yr.

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.