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Sous Chef
UPLAND
345 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10019
UPLAND hiring Sous Chef in New York, NY

UPLAND hiring Sous Chef in New York, NY

Sous Chef

UPLANDMore Info

345 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10019
Full Time • Salary ($75k - $85k)
Expires: Nov 20, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Upland is seeking a hands-on, lead-from-the-front Sous Chef who is passionate about seasonal ingredients, thoughtful execution, and creating exceptional dining experiences. This is an ideal opportunity for a culinary leader who thrives in a collaborative, high-volume environment and takes pride in mentoring teams, maintaining standards, and delivering consistently outstanding food.
 

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

  • A Base Salary Range of $75,000- $85,000
  • Quarterly Bonus Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
  • Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants - and more!
About the restaurant:
A Michelin Guide restaurant, Upland is a bright culinary retreat nestled along Park Ave & E 26th street with a menu built around a culinary philosophy that takes heavy cues from the seasons. Chef JP Matheussen displays an artful array of starters, entrees and sides, each plate with an enticing and urbane touch.

Qualifications:
  • Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire, teach, and coach restaurant employees
  • 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience as a sous chef in high-volume, well-rated restaurants
  • Ability to support the line during service while managing transition from prep to service
  • Excellent meat/fish butchery and pizza and pasta production experience is highly preferred
  • Experience with Socal and seasonal cuisines; with a focus on Italian cuisine preferred
Upland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($75,000.00 - $85,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program


Required Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Strong Culinary Fundamentals

Strong Communication Skills

Mentoring and Training Abilities

Communication Skills

Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment

Ability to Thrive in a Collaborative Environment

Passion for Seasonal Ingredients

Pride in Mentoring Teams

Problem Solving Abilities

maintaining high standards

Team Management

Delivering Consistently Outstanding Food

Ability to Inspire, Teach, and Coach

Operational Readiness

Creativity in Menu Development

Ability to Maintain High Standards

Supportive Team Player

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Work in a High Volume Environment

Kitchen leadership

Time Management

Creativity in Food Presentation

Quality Control

Adaptability to Changing Kitchen Dynamics

Expo Operations Management

Culinary Knowledge

Time Management Skills

Attention to Detail

Commitment to Hospitality

Training and Development Skills

Team Leadership and Development

Ability to Train and Mentor Junior Staff

Passion for culinary arts

Culinary Creativity

Training and Mentoring

Adaptability to Seasonal Changes

Food Safety Knowledge

Understanding of High Volume Kitchen Operations

Customer Service Orientation

Seasonal Cuisines

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Organizational Skills

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Food Handler Certification

Knowledge of Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Office Suite Software

ServSafe Certified

Team Development

300 Covers Per Night

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Part of STARR Restaurants

Built around a culinary philosophy that takes heavy cues from the seasons, Upland balances a familiar rusticity with a smart global approach and a New Yorker’s eye for detail. The menu offers an artful array of starters, entrees and sides, each plate accented with an enticing and urbane touch. The wine program matches the excitement coming out of Upland’s open kitchen, with a worldly 500-bottle list and a clever by-the-glass selection that’s remarkably food-friendly.

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