EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF

Full-Service Restaurant

• Wellesley, Massachusetts

• Competitive

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an Executive Sous Chef for a full-service restaurant in Wellesley, Massachusetts. This is a senior kitchen leadership role supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of culinary operations, team development, and maintaining exceptional food quality and consistency. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, team-oriented leader who brings strong technical skills and the ability to build an equitable, respectful kitchen culture.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Support the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and efficiency across all service periods Lead, develop, and motivate the kitchen team, building strong working relationships at all levels Manage daily prep, production, and service execution in line with established standards Assist with menu development, costing, and inventory management Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and kitchen hygiene standards Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance kitchen environment Maintain flexible availability to support business needs, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays

WHAT YOU BRING

Minimum 2 years of experience as an Executive Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a full-service establishment Culinary Arts degree preferred; exceptional experience will also be considered Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage and inspire a kitchen team A collaborative, team-first approach to kitchen leadership with a commitment to a respectful and equitable workplace Flexible availability including days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays Must have valid US work authorization - visa sponsorship is not available

WHAT'S OFFERED

Competitive compensation package (details provided upon application) Relocation assistance available for qualifying US-based candidates