Senior Sous Chef
Little Maven
30 West 18th Street, New York, NY
Little Maven hiring Senior Sous Chef in New York, NY

Little Maven hiring Senior Sous Chef in New York, NY

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Full Time • Salary ($75k - $80k)
Expired: Feb 12, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

Job Title: Senior Sous Chef
Location: Little Maven New York City, NY
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:

At Little Maven we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences in the heart of New York City. Our culinary team specializes in refined, contemporary dishes with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients, house-made pastas and a vibrant flavorful approach to elevated NYC cuisine. We serve a diverse range of styles of food, from intimate dining to large banquet-style events, ensuring every dish is crafted with care and precision. If you're passionate about high-quality ingredients, innovative techniques, and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we want you on our team.

 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced senior Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of refined cuisine, extensive experience in house-made pasta preparation, and the ability to manage multiple styles of banquet-style events efficiently. This role requires an individual who thrives under pressure, is detail-oriented, and has a passion for excellence. You will work closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth operations, exceptional food quality, and consistency in every dish.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Culinary Execution: Assist the Executive Chef in preparing and executing a high-quality menu with a focus on seafood, house-made pastas, and refined dishes.
  • Private Events: Help coordinate plated, family style and banquet-style event cooking, ensuring large-scale meals are prepared with the same quality and attention to detail as regular service.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise kitchen staff including other managers, including line cooks and prep cooks, providing guidance and training to ensure efficient operation and consistency in all dishes.
  • Quality Control: Maintain high culinary standards for taste, presentation, and safety, ensuring all dishes meet the restaurant's refined standards.
  • Ordering & Receiving: Assist in managing inventory by ordering supplies and receiving deliveries. Ensure products are stored properly and kept in optimal condition.
  • Menu Development: Collaborate with the Executive Chef in menu planning, including seasonal specials, and assist in testing new recipes and techniques.
  • Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all kitchen operations comply with local health and safety regulations, including cleanliness, sanitation, and proper food storage.
  • Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and a seamless dining experience for guests.
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Requirements:

  • Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Sous Chef and/or 1+ year of executive Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen, in a kitchen serving similar food and refinement level of cuisine.
  • Skills & Knowledge:
    • Expertise in chef level technical skills including butchery, cooking techniques, and presentation.
    • Proficiency in making house-made pasta and understanding of pasta cooking techniques.
    • Experience in catering and banquet-style event cooking, including managing large volumes of food while maintaining quality.
    • Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment, knife skills, and kitchen safety procedures.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire a kitchen team, with a focus on mentorship and developing junior staff.
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills, both with kitchen staff and front-of-house teams.
  • Organization: Strong time-management and organizational skills to handle high-pressure situations and multi-tasking efficiently.
  • Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the restaurant's schedule.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunities for growth and career development
  • Employee discounts
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment

If you have a passion for exceptional food, thrive in a high-energy kitchen, and are eager to contribute to the success of a prestigious New York City restaurant, we invite you to apply.

To apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and passion for culinary excellence.

[Restaurant Name] is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a healthy work culture and an inclusive environment for all employees.

 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($75,000.00 - $80,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Refined Cuisine Knowledge

House Made Pasta Preparation

Banquet Style Event Cooking

Team Leadership

Quality Control

Inventory Management

Menu Development

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication

Chef Level Technical Skills

Butchery

Knife Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

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