Sous Chef - Fine Dining French Restaurant
Job Description
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