Sous Chef – Tasting Menu Concept

Highly creative tasting menu concept led by a respected Michelin-starred Chef is looking to add a Sous Chef to team as they continue to grow!

This is a very special opportunity for a chef who thrives in ambitious, detail-driven kitchens and wants to continue learning and growing within a Michelin-level environment. The role will offer significant exposure to menu development, creative collaboration, and the opening of a truly special dining experience paired with a globally recognized wine program. Ideal candidates are passionate about ingredient driven cuisine, eager to contribute ideas, and excited by the opportunity to work alongside a highly accomplished culinary team. Recent experience in 2 or 3 Star Michelin or James Beard Award winning kitchens required.

Amazing benefits as well!

Sous Chef Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine on the execution of a refined tasting menu concept
• Participate in menu development, R&D, tastings, and seasonal menu evolution
• Lead service and daily kitchen operations with a strong hands-on presence
• Train, mentor, and support the development of the culinary team
• Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of execution, presentation, and consistency
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and operational excellence throughout the kitchen
• Assist with inventory, ordering, food cost controls, and labor management
• Help foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement

Sous Chef Preferred Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous, Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine or comparable role within a Michelin-starred, Michelin-recognized, or James Beard Award-winning environment
• Recent professional experience in past 5-6 years within a 2 or 3 star Michelin kitchen (not a brief stage)
• Passion for creativity, technique, and ingredient-driven cooking
• Highly collaborative with a strong desire to learn and grow
• Experience with restaurant openings or concept development a plus
• World-traveled culinary perspective is a plus
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and sense of ownership
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation Includes:

• Base salary in the range of $90k-110k
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Discretionary bonus
• Generous PTO, including paid holidays
• 401k with matching
• Relocation assistance