Sous Chef

Pay: TBD with Experience
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Miss Nellie's NYC - Theatre District, Manhattan
Schedule: Approximately 45–50 hours per week, including evenings and weekends

About Miss Nellie's

Miss Nellie's, in the heart of Manhattan's Theatre District, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team.

We are looking for a talented, hands-on culinary professional who can work closely with our Executive Chef and management team to maintain a high level of consistency, organization, and execution throughout the kitchen.

The ideal candidate is a strong cook and confident leader who enjoys being on the line, developing a team, and taking ownership of day-to-day kitchen operations.

The Position

The Sous Chef will work directly with the Executive Chef to oversee daily BOH operations, including prep, service, staff training, inventory, ordering, sanitation, and kitchen organization.

This is a hands-on leadership position. We want someone who leads by example and isn't afraid to jump on a station when needed.

You'll play an important role in maintaining Miss Nellie's standards while helping us continue to improve our food, systems, team, and overall guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with all aspects of daily kitchen operations
• Lead and supervise prep and service
• Maintain consistency in preparation, portioning, seasoning, plating, and presentation
• Work the line and support stations during high-volume services
• Monitor ticket times and maintain strong communication between BOH and FOH
• Maintain recipes, prep lists, station guides, and production systems
• Ensure the kitchen is properly prepared and organized for each service
• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety
• Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory, and product rotation
• Help control food costs, waste, and purchasing
• Assist with BOH scheduling and labor management
• Train, coach, and develop cooks and prep staff
• Lead BOH pre-shift meetings as needed
• Provide ongoing feedback and hold team members accountable to established standards
• Help maintain a professional, positive, and respectful kitchen culture
• Communicate effectively with FOH managers and service staff
• Take ownership of kitchen operations when the Executive Chef is not present

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in quality-driven, high-volume restaurant kitchens
• Previous Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar leadership experience preferred
• Strong cooking fundamentals and line experience
• Ability to confidently lead a busy service
• Experience with ordering, receiving, inventory, and food-cost controls
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation
• Ability to train and develop kitchen staff
• Excellent organization and time-management skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with FOH and BOH
• Dependable, professional, and accountable
• Calm and solutions-oriented under pressure
• A genuine interest in hospitality and creating a great guest experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary: Based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Two weeks paid vacation
• Staff meals

Join Miss Nellie's & Pmac's Hospitality

We're looking for a Sous Chef who understands that a successful kitchen is built on consistency, organization, communication, and teamwork.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced kitchen professional who wants to take on real responsibility, work alongside an experienced management team, and be an important part of the continued growth of Bar Lola.

If you're a strong cook, a dependable leader, and someone who takes pride in running a great kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.