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JF Restaurants HQ hiring Sous Chef in New York, NY

Sous Chef

JF Restaurants HQMore Info

New York, NY
Full Time • Salary ($70k - $80k)
Expires: Nov 25, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Well-established hospitality group is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in New York City. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring efficient food production. The ideal candidate is a strong team leader with a passion for excellence and a keen eye for cost control, menu development, and staff development.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Food & Labor Cost Management
    • Oversee daily food production, ensuring consistency and quality.
    • Manage ordering of dry goods, produce, meat, and seafood.
    • Monitor waste logs and implement cost-control measures.
    • Adjust staffing levels based on business demands and reconcile payroll.
  • Menu Development & Execution
    • Participate in menu standardization.
    • Train BOH teams on menu updates and execution.
    • Maintain updated mise en place and ensure seamless service.
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
    • Train and supervise line cooks, fostering a culture of excellence.
    • Lead daily BOH line-ups.
  • Compliance & Kitchen Maintenance
    • Ensure all Department of Health (DOH) standards and HACCP logs are maintained.
    • Communicate maintenance needs promptly.
  • Service & Operations
    • Provide kitchen pass coverage for approximately five shifts per week.
    • Support multiple outlets, including a restaurant, bar, commissary, room service, and events.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
  • NYC Food Protection Certification required.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
This is a great opportunity for a driven culinary professional to take the next step in their career. If you are passionate about food, hospitality, and team development, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:
  • Salary - $70,000 – $80,000 (based on experience)
  • PTO package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Transit Benefits
  • 401K
  • Dining perks across all Restaurants properties
  • Opportunities for professional development
We are an equal opportunity employer. 

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $80,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Culinary Expertise

Cost Control

Quality Assurance

Menu Standardization

Staff Training

Training and Development

Operational Efficiency

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Creativity in Menu Development

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Staff Supervision

Mentorship

Health and Safety Compliance

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Restaurant Group

Part of JF Restaurants

JF Restaurants is a hospitality group rooted in collaboration and innovation, founded by restaurateur & Michelin-starred chef, John Fraser. We create moments that move people by using food, beverage, hospitality and design.

Restaurateur & Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser made his mark on the culinary landscape by redefining the role of vegetables in American cuisine, from imaginative fine dining restaurants to nostalgic neighborhood brasseries. A vision to create the entire hospitality experience led John to found his own hospitality group, JF Restaurants.

JF Restaurants is a collaborative, creative hospitality group based in New York City, with venues across the country. Concepts include Nix, America’s only Michelin-starred vegetarian restaurant, The Loyal in West Village, four restaurants & bars inside The Times Square EDITION and Ardor, at the WeHo EDITION in Los Angeles. John’s responsibilities at JF Restaurants include creative direction & concept development, business strategy and operations.

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