Sous Chef

Sous Chef (Seasonal)

Provincetown, MA – Waterfront Dining

Start Date: Immediate
Position Type: Seasonal (Spring–Fall 2026)
Housing: Available

About the Role

We are seeking a strong Sous Chef to join a high-volume, waterfront restaurant operating in the heart of Provincetown. This is a seafood-driven, guest-focused concept with a blend of elevated casual dining and high-energy seasonal traffic.

The menu is centered around New England seafood, raw bar, and coastal American cuisine—including oysters, lobster, fresh catch, flatbreads, and steakhouse-style entrées.

This role requires a leader who can execute at a high level while maintaining consistency in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Compensation

• Senior Sous Chef: $1,900/week base
• Entry-Level Sous Chef: $1,600/week base
• End-of-Season Bonus (performance-based)
• Housing Provided

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in executing daily kitchen operations across lunch and dinner service
• Lead line operations ensuring quality, consistency, and ticket flow
• Oversee execution of a menu featuring:
  • Raw bar (oysters, shrimp cocktail)
  • Seafood-focused entrées (cod, lobster, fish & chips)
  • High-volume seasonal dishes and shareable starters
• Manage BOH team including training, scheduling, and performance accountability
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and DOH compliance
• Oversee prep systems, ordering, inventory, and cost control
• Assist in building a strong, positive, and accountable kitchen culture

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years in a Sous Chef or kitchen leadership role
• Experience in high-volume seafood or coastal concepts strongly preferred
• Ability to execute consistently under peak seasonal volume
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)
• Full availability for the duration of the season

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on leader who thrives on the line
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Experience managing teams in busy seasonal markets
• Someone who understands guest experience + execution balance
• A team-first mentality with the ability to drive standards daily

Why This Role

• High-earning seasonal opportunity with housing
• Work in a top-tier Provincetown waterfront location with heavy traffic and strong volume
• Exposure to a refined yet high-energy seafood program
• Opportunity to be part of a tight, performance-driven culinary team