South Village Hospitality is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Chef de Cuisine with a strong Italian culinary background to lead kitchen operations at one of our flagship NYC venues.
The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader with exceptional organizational skills, high-volume experience, and a deep understanding of Italian cuisine, including fresh pasta production, wood-fired cooking, and elevated yet approachable Italian dining.
Our venues combine restaurant dining, large-scale private events, nightlife energy, and dynamic hospitality programming. This role is ideal for a chef who understands both culinary execution and business operations.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all kitchen operations and service standards
- Manage and develop BOH management and culinary teams
- Maintain food quality, consistency, and operational excellence
- Uphold and evolve Italian culinary standards across the menu
- Drive labor efficiency and food cost management
- Execute systems for prep, ordering, inventory, and cleanliness
- Collaborate with ownership and beverage management on menu development and operational strategy
- Ensure compliance with all DOH and safety standards
- Lead high-volume services, brunches, and private event execution
Qualifications
- 4+ years of NYC kitchen leadership experience
- Strong Italian cuisine background required
- Experience with handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and high-volume Italian restaurants strongly preferred
- Proven experience managing high-volume restaurant operations
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
- Ability to lead calmly and effectively during peak service
- Experience with scheduling, food costing, inventory, and team development
- Passion for hospitality and creating a strong kitchen culture
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Growth potential within a rapidly expanding hospitality group
- Dining perks and company culture focused on creativity and collaboration
