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Sous Chef

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Goodwin Recruiting

Darien, CT (In Person)

$70,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Job Description

Sous Chef Goodwin Recruiting - 4.0 Darien, CT Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $75,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Food waste mitigation Grilling Recipe adherence Staff supervision Sautéing Upscale casual experience Food service health code compliance Fine dining experience Team leadership Staff scheduling Food portioning Vendor coordination Team scheduling Mid-level Cost control Kitchen cost control Food safety sanitizing procedures Inventory tracking for food cost management Plating Kitchen staff training Cost reduction Managing kitchen staff Kitchen staff scheduling Restaurant cost management Training Leadership 2 years Full Job Description We are hiring a Sous Chef for a high-volume, upscale steakhouse with a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and service. This is a hands-on leadership role in a structured, performance-driven kitchen where attention to detail and execution matter.
Responsiblities:
Lead and execute service across sauté, grill, garde manger, and expo stations Maintain plating standards, ticket times, and overall food quality during high-volume service Supervise, train, and develop line cooks and prep staff Support inventory, ordering, and vendor coordination Manage food cost, portion control, and waste reduction Ensure compliance with sanitation and food safety standards Assist with scheduling and labor management Support menu execution and recipe adherence Step into kitchen leadership when needed
Qualifications:
2+ years of Sous Chef or strong kitchen leadership experience with loyalty proven by 2 year plus tenures with each previous employer Background in upscale casual or fine dining, high-volume environments Experience in scratch kitchens with strong attention to detail Hands-on leadership style, not a "clipboard" manager Strong work ethic, accountability, and pride in performance Understanding of food cost, labor, inventory, and kitchen systems Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $65,000-$75,000 Bonus opportunity Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Growth and advancement opportunities within a multi-unit restaurant group