Job Description
Are you a visionary chef ready to shape the future of fine dining? The Culinary Collective NYC is seeking a high-performance Executive Sous Chef to lead our kitchen brigade at our flagship farm-to-table concept in Manhattan.
You will work alongside our Executive Chef to innovate our seasonal menus, mentor our talented line staff, and maintain the highest standards of culinary excellence and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and production workflows.
- Collaborate on menu development, costing, and seasonal sourcing.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate junior culinary staff members.
- Ensure strict compliance with NYC Department of Health safety and sanitation standards.
- Manage inventory, food cost margins, and vendor relationships.
- Maintain impeccable presentation standards for every plate leaving the pass.
- Drive kitchen team culture focused on creativity, precision, and collaboration.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fine-dining or high-volume upscale kitchens.
- Proven track record in a Sous Chef or Lead Chef role.
- Strong understanding of P&L management and food cost control.
- NYC Food Protection Certificate required.
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to foster a positive, inclusive kitchen culture.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.