Executive Sous Chef

Long Island premier event venue - our sophisticated industrial design, professional staffing, and exquisite cuisine.

Executive Sous Chef

Land’s End in Sayville and Flowerfield in St. James are two high-profile, high-volume, upscale events & catering establishments located on Long Island, NY. We are seeking a Sous Chef to work in both locations and enhance our existing culinary team!

Ideal candidate must possess thorough knowledge of current food trends and food preparation. The Sous Chef will work alongside our Executive Chef to help lead daily production of event menu items and he / she is responsible for directing the cooks to prepare the highest quality of all corporate standards and vision. This Sous Chef will need to ensure proper technique and high quality of products while managing food and labor costs.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has a high performance expectation and willingly owns results. Demonstrates a commitment to goals, a “can do" attitude to problems, and a persistence in the face of adversity
• Strong leadership ability
• Ability to collaborate communicate effectively, give clear direction and follow precise orders
• Seeks and welcomes feedback. Takes action to enhance personal, professional and company growth
• Highly organized with precise attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Managing all types of events ranging from 200 to 800 guests
• Suffolk county Food Handler Certified (required)
• Floating schedule (Mon-Sun, nights & weekends)
• Bilingual (a plus!)

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits plan that includes: a competitive salary, plus Medical/401K/Paid Time Off.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Culinary Experience: 5 years catering/ events (Required)

Work Location: In person