Join Our Culinary Team as a Sous Chef!
Well-established hospitality group is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in Boston! This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring efficient food production. The ideal candidate is a strong team leader with a passion for excellence and a keen eye for cost control, menu development, and staff development.
Key Responsibilities :
- Food & Labor Cost Management
- Oversee daily food production, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Manage ordering of dry goods, produce, meat, and seafood.
- Monitor waste logs and implement cost-control measures.
- Adjust staffing levels based on business demands and reconcile payroll.
- Menu Development & Execution
- Participate in menu standardization.
- Train BOH teams on menu updates and execution.
- Maintain updated mise en place and ensure seamless service.
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Train and supervise line cooks, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Lead daily BOH line-ups.
- Compliance & Kitchen Maintenance
- Ensure all Department of Health (DOH) standards and HACCP logs are maintained.
- Communicate maintenance needs promptly.
- Service & Operations
- Provide kitchen pass coverage for approximately five shifts per week.
- Support multiple outlets, including a restaurant, bar, commissary, room service, and events.
Requirements :
Minimum 2 years of experience in a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.NYC Food Protection Certification required.Strong leadership and organizational skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.This is a great opportunity for a driven culinary professional to take the next step in their career. If you are passionate about food, hospitality, and team development, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits :
Salary - $70,000 – $80,000 (based on experience)PTO packageMedical, Dental, and VisionTransit Benefits401KDining perks across all Restaurants propertiesOpportunities for professional developmentJohn Fraser Restaurants is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.