Junior Sous Chef

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  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • $65,000 Per Year

Highlights

We are a unique dual-concept destination in Midtown Manhattan: a fast-paced classic New York deli in the front and an intimate, high-end speakeasy in the back. This is a hands-on, working leadership role you will be on the line during peak service, setting the pace, upholding quality, and driving strong kitchen culture.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNew York, NY
Salary$65,000 Per Year

Description

About the Role

We are a unique dual-concept destination in Midtown Manhattan: a fast-paced classic New York deli in the front and an intimate, high-end speakeasy in the back.

We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our culinary management team. This is a hands-on, working leadership role you will be on the line during peak service, setting the pace, upholding quality, and driving strong kitchen culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Line Leadership: Lead from the front during peak service, modeling teamwork, speed, and clear communication.

  • BOH Team Coordination: Utilize fluent Spanish to communicate, train, and manage daily line and prep staff effectively.

  • Quality Control & Plating: Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency across both concepts.

  • Staff Mentorship: Train existing line cooks on prep efficiency, new recipe execution, and elevated plating techniques.

  • Kitchen Operations: Assist with inventory count, daily prep sheets, ordering, and food-waste control.

  • DOHMH Compliance: Maintain strict sanitation and food safety standards to ensure 100% compliance with NYC health codes.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience as a Lead Line Cook, Station Chef, or Junior Sous Chef in a high-volume NYC kitchen.

  • Bilingual English/Spanish is required for daily team management.

  • Solid operational knowledge of NYC DOHMH food safety standards.

  • Systems-oriented approach to prep lists, station setup, and waste reduction.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay: $65,000 annually (Typical week: 45 50 hours)

  • Clear path for growth and promotion as our concepts expand

  • Staff meals and employee discounts


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