Shuka, led by Chef/Partner Ayesha Nurdjaja, is looking for a Sous Chef! 

Shuka offers a unique interpretation of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine that packs multi-layered, nuanced flavor into every bite, and draws energy and vitality from a commitment to honoring seasonal green market ingredients and using regional farm products. 

We focus on responsibly and locally sourced ingredients with a nod to seasonality. Chef Ayesha Nurdjaja brings an exciting and dynamic take on some of her favorite dishes inspired by her extensive travels. We serve lunch, dinner and brunch.

Shuka is part of The Bowery Group, responsible for neighborhood favorites Cookshop, Rosie’s, Shukette and Vic’s. The Bowery Group is proud to list accolades such as James Beard Nominee for Outstanding Restaurateur 2022, Best Chef Greater New York 2022, New York’s Top 10 New Restaurants of 2021 in the New York Times, as well as multiple write ups of our restaurants in various publications. 

The Bowery Group restaurants are committed to supporting small, local farms and producers whenever possible and to highlighting seasonal produce on our menus. We take seriously this commitment to bring our guests honest cuisine, respectfully produced, and gathered close to home at peak freshness.

The Sous Chef is responsible for providing leadership in BOH Operations consistent with Restaurant strategy and the direction of the Executive Chef and Culinary Director. The Sous Chef must effectively control scheduling and labor costs, train and educate staff, maintain consistency of food quality and standards, manage ordering and inventory, and contribute to the maintenance of kitchen facilities and equipment.

Benefits we offer:

• Paid Time Off
• Transit Benefits
• Dining Discounts
• Shared Medical Plan
• Soul Cycle Classes
• Citi Bike Membership
• Professional Career Development

This position requires daytime hours, evening hours and weekends with FULL TIME AVAILABILITY.

Shuka provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.