Job at a glance
Join One of New York's Leading Hospitality Teams Shape Great Food. Build Great Teams: We're looking for a talented Sous Chef who wants more than just running a line. At Quality Branded, our Sous Chefs are leaders, teachers, and culture-builders. You'll partner with an accomplished Executive Chef to lead a high-performing culinary team, create memorable guest experiences, and help develop the next generation of hospitality professionals.
This is an opportunity for a chef who loves mentorship, operational excellence, and the energy of a busy restaurant. What You'll Do As Sous Chef, you'll be a key member of our kitchen leadership team responsible for: Leading Service Overseeing daily kitchen operations. Managing service execution and expediting during peak periods. Maintaining exceptional food quality and consistency. Supporting all stations while leading by example.
Developing Talent Hiring, training, coaching, and mentoring culinary team members. Building a positive and professional kitchen culture. Creating growth opportunities and apprenticeship development programs. Inspiring excellence through communication and leadership. Driving Operational Excellence Managing inventory, ordering, receiving, and product controls. Supporting labor management and scheduling.
Assisting with menu development and seasonal initiatives. Troubleshooting challenges and making critical decisions during service. Maintaining Best-in-Class Standards Upholding food safety and sanitation protocols. Ensuring full compliance with Department of Health requirements. Maintaining an organized, efficient, and safe work environment. We're Looking For Someone Who Is A natural leader with a passion for developing people.
Hands-on, organized, and detail-oriented. Calm under pressure and solutions-focused. Passionate about food, hospitality, and continuous learning. Committed to creating an outstanding workplace culture. Qualifications 2+ years of culinary leadership experience. Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred. Food Protection Certification required. Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with restaurant technology and Microsoft Office applications. Why Join Us? Growth opportunities within a leading hospitality group. Collaborative leadership environment. Creative input on menus and culinary development. Opportunity to mentor and develop future culinary talent. Competitive compensation and benefits package.