Executive Sous Chef Job at Rox Recruitment, New York, NY

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  • Rox Recruitment
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a strong culinary leader who can operate effectively as either a Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef , depending on experience. This role is hands-on, operational, and leadership-driven, supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen performance, team development, and food quality. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, leads by example, and is ready to grow with the operation.

Key Responsibilities Culinary & Operations
  • Execute and maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation

  • Assist in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal rollouts

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including service execution and prep

  • Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and sanitation standards

  • Manage inventory, ordering, and proper product rotation

Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff; act as a culture carrier for the culinary team

  • Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management of BOH employees

  • Step into full kitchen leadership in the Executive Chef’s absence

  • Foster accountability, communication, and teamwork across all shifts

Financial & Administrative
  • Assist with food cost control, waste reduction, and labor management

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization initiatives

  • Maintain accurate recipes, prep lists, and production systems

Growth & Scale (Exec Sous Focus)
  • Act as the Executive Chef’s right hand in strategic planning and execution

  • Help implement systems and SOPs to support volume, growth, or multi-unit needs

  • Take ownership of specific departments, shifts, or initiatives as assigned

Qualifications
  • 3–7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience

  • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a high-volume or quality-driven kitchen

  • Strong leadership presence with a hands-on management style

  • Solid understanding of food costing, inventory, and kitchen systems

  • Ability to adapt role scope based on business needs

  • Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred

What We’re Looking For
  • A chef who can execute today and grow into more tomorrow

  • Comfortable flexing between tactical execution and leadership responsibility

  • Calm under pressure, organized, and detail-oriented

  • Passion for food, people, and continuous improvement

Job Tags

Full time, Seasonal work, All shifts, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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