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Executive Sous Chef
Shuka
38 MacDougal Street, New York, NY, United States
Shuka hiring Executive Sous Chef in New York, NY

Shuka hiring Executive Sous Chef in New York, NY

Executive Sous Chef

ShukaMore Info

38 MacDougal Street, New York, NY, United States
Full Time • Salary ($85k - $90k)
Expired: Jun 6, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

Shuka, led by Chef/Partner Ayesha Nurdjaja, is looking for an Executive 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 Executive Sous Chef should have solid leadership skills, a highly developed sense of urgency, and the ability to work well under pressure while managing others. The successful candidate will be a responsible team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ESC is expected to effectively handle multiple tasks in a composed, friendly and hospitable manner and have the speed and skill to manage the fast-pace of our restaurant.

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.

Find us at shukanewyork.com and @shukanyc


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($85,000.00 - $90,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Knife Work

Leadership Skills

Solid Leadership Skills

Sense of Urgency

Kitchen Management

Highly Developed Sense of Urgency

BOH Team Leadership

Team Player

Ability to work well under pressure

Inventory Management

Multi Tasking Skills

Management Skills

Speed and Skill in Managing a Fast Paced Environment

Speed and Skill in Fast Paced Environments

Ordering Product

Composure

Managing the Line and Ensuring Food Quality, Presentation, and Consistency

Interpersonal Skills

Line Management

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks

Staff Scheduling

Friendly and Hospitable Demeanor

Placing Orders and Working With Vendors

Speed and Skill in a Fast Paced Environment

Food quality control

Equipment Maintenance

Supervising and Coordinating Activities of Kitchen Staff

Menu Planning

Food/Labor Cost Maintenance

Recording Production and Operational Data

Vendor Management

Knowledge of Culinary Methods, Techniques, and Standards

Classic Cooking Techniques

BOH Facilities Maintenance

Managing Food Quality, Presentation, and Consistency

Supervision

Creating and Maintaining Prep Lists

Strong Communication Skills

Training

Placing Orders

Data Recording

Working with Vendors

Culinary Techniques

Facilities Maintenance

Supervision and Coordination

Training Kitchen staff

Record Keeping

Budget Management

Culinary Methods and Techniques

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

multi tasking

Time Management

Management Experience

Scheduling and inventory management

Communication Skills

Team Oriented

Positive Attitude

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Mediterranean

Casual Dining

Part of The Bowery Group

Shuka is an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant located in the heart of Soho. 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.

Leadership
Anna Marie McCullagh

Director of Operations

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