Sous ChefGecko New York • Westfield, NJ, US
Sous Chef
Gecko New York • Westfield, NJ, US
30+ days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job description
Job Description
Job Description
Sous Chef
Job Summary
The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, and maintaining high culinary standards. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for assisting in menu execution, managing kitchen staff, controlling costs, and maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen in a fast-paced, high-volume dining environment.
The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, and maintaining high culinary standards. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for assisting in menu execution, managing kitchen staff, controlling costs, and maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen in a fast-paced, high-volume dining environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, and service
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff during service, ensuring consistent quality and presentation of dishes
- Train, mentor, and develop line cooks and prep staff to maintain high performance standards
- Assist with menu development, recipe execution, and seasonal offerings
- Monitor food costs, inventory, ordering, and waste to maintain budgetary goals
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper functioning of kitchen equipment
- Step into a leadership role in the Executive Chef’s absence to ensure smooth operations
- Collaborate with front-of-house management to coordinate service and special events
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of culinary experience in a high-volume or fine-dining environment
- Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and scratch cooking preferred
- Proven ability to lead and motivate kitchen teams
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
- Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Skills
- Experience in fine-dining or upscale Italian restaurants
- Strong attention to detail and consistency in food preparation and presentation
- Ability to train and develop culinary staff
- Hands-on leadership with a calm, solutions-focused approach
How to Apply
Qualified candidates who are passionate about culinary excellence and leadership are encouraged to apply. This role offers the opportunity to grow within a dynamic kitchen environment, contribute to menu creativity, and make a direct impact on guest satisfaction. Apply today to be considered.
Qualified candidates who are passionate about culinary excellence and leadership are encouraged to apply. This role offers the opportunity to grow within a dynamic kitchen environment, contribute to menu creativity, and make a direct impact on guest satisfaction. Apply today to be considered.
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