Sous Chef (3 .y. experience req.) (westchester)

Sous Chef (3 .y. experience req.) (westchester) Confidential - to be discussed during interview - 4.0 Westport, CT Job Details Full-time $65,272.63 - $78,607.89 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Food provided Qualifications Asian cuisine Inventory management ServSafe Food hygiene Japanese cuisine Kitchen management Full Job Description ROLE We are excited to add a Sous Chef to our leadership team - someone who helps drive the day-to-day kitchen operation, supports the team, upholds systems, and leads by example on the line. We have an established identity with established recipes and standards. Your job is to execute them at the highest level while helping maintain a strong, organized, and positive kitchen culture. We're looking for a sous chef who is hands-on, reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to developing both themselves and the team around them within the framework we've built.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support and help lead the full BOH team during daily operations Assist with training, development, and accountability of kitchen staff Help maintain kitchen systems: recipes, prep guides, line checks, opening/closing protocols. Assist with ordering, inventory, prep management, and waste control Maintain organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards throughout the kitchen Lead services and support the Executive Chef in maintaining a strong kitchen culture Coordinate with management and ownership as operational needs evolve

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

3+ years of kitchen leadership experience in a full-service, high-volume environment Strong organizational and communication skills Experience training and developing line cooks and prep staff Hands-on understanding of prep systems, line organization, FIFO, and kitchen standards Solid understanding of food cost awareness and daily kitchen operations Experience with Japanese cuisine, Asian-influenced menus, or izakaya format strongly preferred. ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain immediately Stable work history - references will be checked thoroughly

COMPENSATION

Base salary depending on experience Performance bonus structure Health benefits Paid time off

Pay:

$65,272.63 - $78,607.89 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Food provided Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Kitchen management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person