Sous Chef - Fine Dining French Restaurant

Sous Chef - Fine Dining French Restaurant

Location: Midtown/Manhattan

Salary: $70,000 to $85,000

We’re working with a refined, fine dining restaurant to find a talented Sous Chef to join the kitchen leadership team.

This is a great opportunity for a chef who is passionate about classic technique, precision, and elevated execution. The menu is rooted in French cuisine, with a strong focus on seasonality, quality ingredients, and attention to detail.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Leading service and ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation
• Training, mentoring, and developing the BOH team
• Upholding high standards in food safety, cleanliness, and organization
• Assisting with menu development, costing, and ordering
• Maintaining smooth execution in a high-expectation, service-driven environment

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in fine dining kitchens (required)
• Strong background in French cuisine or similar European styles
• Solid foundation in classical techniques and attention to detail
• Experience leading teams during service in a structured kitchen
• Passion for quality ingredients, plating, and guest experience
• Calm, composed, and organized under pressure