Sous Chef

For nonono, it’s not just about seeking “high quality “ staff—Its about sharing our ideas, our concepts, our thinking and emotionally connecting with each other. We are excited to grab your hand and grow together. 

"nonono, a Japanese yakitori hotspot located at the corner of East 30th street and Madison Avenue that you can find “no where, not anywhere and now here”. We are looking for an Sous Chef to support this restaurant with friendly and high-quality food and a passion for the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the kitchen leader in the Executive Chef’s absence, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
• Train and mentor culinary team members by providing daily feedback, guidance, and support to promote growth and optimize performance
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and conducting performance evaluations for kitchen staff
• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations to maintain seamless service
• Lead and direct kitchen service flow through consistent leadership and effective task delegation, always leading by example
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef on menu execution, production planning, and station organization to ensure timely, efficient service
• Perform kitchen opening and closing procedures while maintaining cleanliness and organization
• Ensure the team consistently adheres to safety, sanitation, and organizational protocols
• Conduct visual inspections and taste to guarantee every dish meets Nonono’s high standards before service
• Maintain consistent quality and safety standards in all food preparation and service
• Keep the kitchen clean, well-stocked, and organized, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients
• Attend and actively contribute to all scheduled shifts, team meetings, and training sessions

About the Role

The Sous Chef plays a vital role in supporting the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership team across all aspects of kitchen operations. This includes developing both new and experienced culinary team members while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and consistency. The Sous Chef ensures a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment, providing daily coaching that balances accountability with encouragement—always focused on delivering an exceptional dining experience.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and natural leader who is passionate about hospitality and eager to grow with us. You should love creating memorable guest experiences through food and culture, enjoy problem-solving with creativity and calm, and bring unwavering integrity to your work. Most importantly, you should thrive in a people-centered, high-energy environment.

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