Executive Sous Chef

Who we are:

Wildair is a fun, easy going restaurant in the Lower East Side with a natural wine list and small plates by Jeremiah Stone and Fabian Von Hauske. Known for their playful touch and revamp of classic European dishes, guests have come to expect simple but well executed bites that change with the seasons. This is Wildair’s 10th year in operation, we are constantly looking to keep things fun and fresh while staying rooted in our own foundation. 

Looking for:

We are rounding out our team with a natural leader who can work well with others and take responsibility. Perhaps new to being a sous chef but certainly not new to high level cooking. 

We would like to find a Sous Chef who will run the day-to-day operations in the kitchen with culinary support from two of the city's more cutting edge chefs.

Day to day:

The Sous Chef at Wildair places weekly orders, keeps tabs on all the mise en place, leads the service and helps execute all events on site and daily service. 

Working closely with the GM and Owners to execute vision is a must.

Requirements:

2-3 years in jr sous or sous chef positions HIGHLY preferred

Strong knife skills

Skilled Fish/Meat Butchery

Organization and recipe comprehension

Ingredient Knowledge

Team Player

Basic ability to use excel or sheets, email, similar apps

Good work ethic and attitude

Creative output 

Experience ordering or making order lists

Oversee Inventory Management; Ordering/Purchasing; Minimizing waste; Food Costing/COGs Management

Assist Chef-Owners with developing and executing training new hires, trails, externs, stagiaires

Please reach us at:

[email protected] or respond on culinary agents

Compensation is always negotiable, 74k-81k is the range depending on experience, skill set and schedule. 

1 week PTO, 40 hours sick paid