Highly creative tasting menu concept led by a respected Michelin-starred Chef is looking for a Sous Chef. This is a very special opportunity for a chef who thrives in ambitious, detail-driven kitchens and wants to continue learning and growing within a Michelin-level environment. The role will offer significant exposure to menu development, creative collaboration, and the opening of a truly special dining experience paired with a globally recognized wine program.
Ideal candidates are passionate about ingredient driven cuisine, eager to contribute ideas, and excited by the opportunity to work alongside a highly accomplished culinary team. Recent experience in 2 or 3 Star Michelin or James Beard Award winning kitchens required.
Amazing benefits as well!
Sous Chef Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine on the execution of a refined tasting menu concept
- Participate in menu development, R&D, tastings, and seasonal menu evolution
- Lead service and daily kitchen operations with a strong hands-on presence
- Train, mentor, and support the development of the culinary team
- Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of execution, presentation, and consistency
- Maintain organization, cleanliness, and operational excellence throughout the kitchen
- Assist with inventory, ordering, food cost controls, and labor management
- Help foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement
Sous Chef Preferred Requirements:
- Proven leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine or comparable role within a Michelin-starred, Michelin-recognized, or James Beard Award-winning environment
- Recent professional experience in past 5-6 years within a 2 or 3 star Michelin kitchen (not a brief stage)
- Passion for creativity, technique, and ingredient-driven cooking
- Highly collaborative with a strong desire to learn and grow
- Experience with restaurant openings or concept development a plus
- World-traveled culinary perspective is a plus
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and sense of ownership
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Compensation Includes:
- Base salary in the range of $90k-110k
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Discretionary bonus
- Generous PTO, including paid holidays
- 401k with matching
- Relocation assistance