Senior Sous Chef
The Goodkind Group
275 Madison Ave 5th floor, New York, NY 10016, United States
The Goodkind Group hiring Senior Sous Chef in New York, NY

The Goodkind Group hiring Senior Sous Chef in New York, NY

The Goodkind GroupMore Info

Full Time • Salary ($95k - $105k)
Expired: Mar 16, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Overview:

We are a custom caterer devoted to creating extraordinary events. Fresh, local ingredients and years of fine-tuned culinary expertise are just the start. Every dish we prepare is the culmination of years of experience, carefully built infrastructure, and an upbeat enthusiasm to quality. We're dedicated not only to the technical standards you'd expect—craft, precision, presentation—but to a sense of warmth and welcome that can't be measured. We cut no corners to make big events feel intimate and intimate events feel magnificent.

You: Love your work and want to be a part of an extraordinary team. Are an outstanding problem solver. Enjoy learning from your team-members and sharing standard methodologies. Are hands-on, meticulous, analytical, and a teammate who is ready to get going quickly!

Us: A team of bold strategists who share an obsession about a shared passion for outstanding food and genuine hospitality. We champion unforgettable events, embrace creative collaboration with our clients, colleagues, and premier vendors.

Overview:

Reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef, the Senior Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the smooth execution of events, and maintaining culinary excellence across the kitchen team. This position requires advanced leadership and management skills to supervise and guide a team of cooks while upholding the highest standards of quality, consistency, and efficiency. The Senior Sous Chef plays a key role in optimizing kitchen operations, balancing budgeted food and labor costs, and identifying opportunities for operational improvements. Additionally, this position involves collaborating with the Culinary Director on menu development, contributing to the creation and refinement of dishes and menus that drive innovation and maintain the program's competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leads and mentors the kitchen team, including chefs and cooks, ensuring high performance, consistency, and adherence to standards.
  • Drives continuous improvement of kitchen practices, systems, and operational efficiency, identifying opportunities to enhance productivity while maintaining quality.
  • Oversee event logistics, reviewing event paperwork and production schedules, ensuring timely and seamless execution according to established standards.
  • Set clear, measurable expectations for the team, holding individuals accountable for their performance and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Uphold a high standard of professionalism and respect, offering the same hospitality to staff that is extended to clients and guests.
  • Collaborate with other chefs and management to ensure alignment of goals and expectations across departments.
  • Delegate responsibilities effectively, providing guidance and development opportunities to elevate team skills and morale.
  • Assist the Executive Sous Chef in ensuring strict adherence to safety, sanitation, and food handling protocols across the kitchen.
  • Regularly evaluate and refine recipes, production sheets, and menu items, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and innovation to maintain culinary excellence.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience in high-end catering operations, including the management of large-scale and complex events.
  • Advanced culinary expertise with a deep understanding of food preparation, flavor profiles, and modern cooking techniques.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in culinary leadership roles, with significant exposure to both kitchen operations and strategic management.
  • Expertise in managing high-volume, sophisticated foodservice operations, with a proven track record of maintaining quality and profitability under pressure.
Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($95,000.00 - $105,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off


Required Skills

Leadership

Management

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Culinary Expertise

Menu Development

Event Logistics

Budget Management

Sanitation Protocols Adherence

Recipe Development

Quality Control

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Part of The Goodkind Group LLC.

Founded in 1991, The Goodkind Group’s stellar reputation has distinguished our prominent place in the staffing industry. We have a strong sense of loyalty, integrity, and professionalism. Our team has a great co-mingling spirit and camaraderie. Some of us have been together for over 30 years. We enjoy picking up the phone and getting to know both our clients and candidates, and we are committed to building and growing our relationships over time.

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