Sous Chef
RH · Greenwich, CT · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop Team Members by providing structured training and in-the-moment coaching and guidance to uphold RH’s culinary standards and support their professional growth
- Partner with the Executive Chef in shaping the strategic direction of the kitchen, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and building a high-performing team aligned with RH’s vision
- Support the Executive Chef with inventory controls and reporting, including labor cost optimization, food cost control, and inventory management, ensuring alignment with business objectives
- Drive operational excellence by implementing and upholding quality and safety standards across all hospitality areas, ensuring compliance with regulations
- Own service execution, conducting line checks, monitoring food preparation, and leading expediting to maintain world-class guest experiences
- Document key updates and insights to ensure alignment, enhance team performance and support ongoing operational excellence
- Deliver exceptional results in our ever-changing and dynamic business while championing our Hospitality vision, strategy, and financial goals
- Assume full leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring seamless operations and team alignment
Requirements
- 3+ years of previous Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant; and/or culinary program curriculum; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proven ability to manage financial performance, including labor and food costs, inventory controls, and strategic resource planning
- Expertise in computer systems including Microsoft Excel, Foodager (or other inventory management system) and email communication
- Advanced culinary expertise, including mastery of knife techniques and execution of high-level cooking standards
- Proven ability to work autonomously while making strategic decisions and collaborating effectively across all levels of leadership
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed