Sous Chef

About Us:
Casa Tua is more than a restaurant — it's a destination for soulful Italian-Mediterranean cuisine, warm hospitality, and elegant gatherings. We blend fine dining with a sense of home, offering both intimate meals and large-scale events in beautifully designed spaces. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team.

As a Sous Chef, you will play a critical leadership role in the day-to-day kitchen operations at Casa Tua. This position requires a strong background in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, hands-on experience with high-volume events and catering, and demonstrated skill in kitchen management functions such as purchasing, inventory, scheduling, and staff training.

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations to maintain Casa Tua’s culinary standards.

• Lead and inspire the back-of-house team to consistently deliver refined Italian-Mediterranean dishes.

• Manage and execute all aspects of events and catering, ensuring timing, quality, and presentation align with brand expectations.

• Supervise daily prep and line service, ensuring efficiency and organization.

• Manage inventory systems and conduct regular stock checks to minimize waste and control food cost.

• Source and purchase ingredients and supplies in accordance with seasonal menus and budget parameters.

• Develop and manage kitchen staff schedules, balancing labor efficiency and operational needs.

• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.

• Support training and mentorship of junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and professional kitchen culture.

• Collaborate on menu development and special event menus, bringing creativity and consistency to the plate.

• Minimum 3 years of progressive culinary experience, with at least 1 year in a sous or executive sous chef role.

• Deep knowledge and passion for authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.

• Experience managing high-end events and catering operations.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen.

• Proficiency in inventory control, ordering, and kitchen cost management.

• Solid understanding of scheduling and labor cost control.

• Food Safety Certification (NYC Food Handlers) required.

• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mentality.