Sous Chef Position Available In New York, New York

Sous Chef
Yakitori nonono
118 Madison Avenue, New York, NY
Full Time • Salary ($74.35k•$83.26k)

Expires:

Jul 18, 2025 Be an early applicant
Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details For nonono, it’s not just about seeking “high quality ” staff—Its about sharing our ideas, our concepts, our thinking and emotionally connecting with each other. We are excited to grab your hand and grow together. “nonono, a Japanese yakitori hotspot located at the corner of East 30th street and Madison Avenue that you can find “no where, not anywhere and now here”. We are looking for an Sous Chef to support this restaurant with friendly and high-quality food and a passion for the hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities Serve as the kitchen leader in the Executive Chef’s absence, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
Train and mentor culinary team members by providing daily feedback, guidance, and support to promote growth and optimize performance
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and conducting performance evaluations for kitchen staff
Support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations to maintain seamless service
Lead and direct kitchen service flow through consistent leadership and effective task delegation, always leading by example
Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef on menu execution, production planning, and station organization to ensure timely, efficient service
Perform kitchen opening and closing procedures while maintaining cleanliness and organization
Ensure the team consistently adheres to safety, sanitation, and organizational protocols
Conduct visual inspections and taste to guarantee every dish meets Nonono’s high standards before service
Maintain consistent quality and safety standards in all food preparation and service
Keep the kitchen clean, well-stocked, and organized, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients
Attend and actively contribute to all scheduled shifts, team meetings, and training sessions About the Role The Sous Chef plays a vital role in supporting the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership team across all aspects of kitchen operations. This includes developing both new and experienced culinary team members while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and consistency. The Sous Chef ensures a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment, providing daily coaching that balances accountability with encouragement—always focused on delivering an exceptional dining experience. Who We’re Looking For The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and natural leader who is passionate about hospitality and eager to grow with us. You should love creating memorable guest experiences through food and culture, enjoy problem-solving with creativity and calm, and bring unwavering integrity to your work. Most importantly, you should thrive in a people-centered, high-energy environment.•

HAND Hospitality Compensation Details Compensation:

Salary ($74,350.00•$83,255.00)

Benefits & Perks:

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts Required Skills Leadership Teamwork Coaching Mentoring Communication Creativity Problem Solving Attention to Detail Gallery
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