Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
About Cuerno New York
CUERNO is redefining the Mexican culinary experience in New York. As the first Mexican steakhouse in the city, we’re proud to honor our culinary heritage while pushing the boundaries of innovation. We're building something extraordinary—a movement to elevate Mexican cuisine and hospitality to its rightful place on the global stage. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to make history, we want you on our team.
Why Work at CUERNO?
- Authentic Experience: Be part of a team that brings the richness of Mexico’s culinary traditions to the New York dining scene.
- Growth & Opportunity: We offer career development, continuous training, and recognition for hard work.
- Exceptional Culinary Standards: Join us in crafting “el sabor más chingón”—flavors that go beyond expectations.
- A Shared Dream: Help us build a globally recognized icon, with the potential to achieve Michelin-star recognition.
- Cultural Pride: Work at a restaurant that honors Mexican roots while innovating and setting new standards for excellence.
About the Role
We are seeking passionate, skilled, and experienced culinary professionals to join our Kitchen Team. If you're committed to excellence in cooking, teamwork, and creating exceptional dishes, we want you to be part of our journey. We offer opportunities for growth, a collaborative, inclusive work environment, and the chance to make a lasting impact.
Positions Available:
- Sous Chef
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and managing kitchen staff.
- Lead and train line cooks and junior kitchen staff to maintain high culinary standards.
- Ensure food preparation, presentation, and quality control meet CUERNO’s standards.
- Manage inventory, ordering, and storage of ingredients.
- Foster a positive, efficient, and collaborative kitchen environment.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in a sous chef or senior kitchen role, preferably in a fine-dining or Mexican cuisine environment.
- Fine dining or Mexican cuisine experience is a plus.
- Passion for high-quality food and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
- Knowledge of kitchen safety and health regulations.
- Flexibility in work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
- Salary Range: $85k - $95k annually, based on role and experience
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Employee Discounts
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($85,000.00 - $95,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Leadership
Training and Development
Collaboration
Creativity in Culinary Arts
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Customer Service Orientation
Cultural Awareness
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Part of Grupo Costeño
Cuerno is part of Grupo Costeño, a renowned Mexican hospitality group with over 50 restaurants across Mexico and Spain. We are now opening our first restaurant in New York, bringing the rich flavors of Mexico to the city’s vibrant dining scene. Our vision combines bold, authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern, elevated dining experience. At Cuerno, we celebrate the best of Mexican culture through carefully crafted dishes and an exceptional beverage program, featuring premium tequila, mezcal, and other curated selections. We’re looking for passionate individuals to help us create a dining experience that brings guests closer to the soul of Mexico.
